Sekhupur Garhi - Shikohabad, Firozabad
Sekhupur Garhi is a village situated in the Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikohabad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Rapari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekhupur Garhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekhupur Garhi is 126031. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.3 hectares and falls under the 283204 pincode.
Sekhupur Garhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirsaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sekhupur Garhi
According to the 2011 Census, Sekhupur Garhi village had a total population of 560 people, including 315 males and 245 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.15%, with male literacy at 85.11% and female literacy at 53.40%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 560 | 315 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 223 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 92 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Sekhupur Garhi
Sekhupur Garhi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohmmadpur Nadai | East | 1.08 km |
| Garhi | South | 1.52 km |
| Ababakapur | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Rapari | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Garhrauli | North | 2.23 km |
| Dundpur | North | 2.26 km |
| Patana Karkha | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Gurha | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Salempur Chakra | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Nasirpur | North-West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sekhupur Garhi
Sekhupur Garhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kaurara, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozabad to Sekhupur Garhi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekhupur Garhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekhupur Garhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sekhupur Garhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekhupur Garhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sekhupur Garhi
Where is Sekhupur Garhi located?
Sekhupur Garhi village is located in Shikohabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhupur Garhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekhupur Garhi is Rapari.
What is the pincode of Sekhupur Garhi?
The pincode of Sekhupur Garhi is 283204.
What is the population of Sekhupur Garhi?
Sekhupur Garhi had a total population of 560, including 315 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Sekhupur Garhi?
Sekhupur Garhi had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhupur Garhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekhupur Garhi was 71.15%. Male literacy was 85.11% and female literacy was 53.40%.