Shaihajalpur - Shikohabad, Firozabad
Shaihajalpur is a village situated in the Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikohabad and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Firozabad. Shaihajalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shaihajalpur is 125952. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.99 hectares and falls under the 283141 pincode. Firozabad is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Shaihajalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shikohabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shaihajalpur
As per Census 2011, Shaihajalpur village has a total population of 2,056 people, consisting of 1,123 males and 933 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,337 literate and 719 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shaihajalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,056 | 1,123 | 933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 170 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,517 | 825 | 692 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,337 | 803 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 320 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Shaihajalpur
Shaihajalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dikhtauli | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Bidarkha | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Tara Mai | North | 1.99 km |
| Jaslai | South | 2.07 km |
| Maiyamai | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Aronj | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Jalalpur Marghati | West | 2.80 km |
| Burharai | East | 2.88 km |
| Dakhinara | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Latumai | North | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shaihajalpur
Shaihajalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shikohabad Jn, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Firozabad to Shaihajalpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Firozabad to Shaihajalpur is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shaihajalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shaihajalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shaihajalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shaihajalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shaihajalpur
Where is Shaihajalpur located?
Shaihajalpur village is located in Shikohabad Tehsil, Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shaihajalpur?
Shaihajalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shaihajalpur?
The pincode of Shaihajalpur is 283141.
What is the population of Shaihajalpur?
Shaihajalpur has a total population of 2,056, including 1,123 males and 933 females.
How many households are there in Shaihajalpur?
There are 373 households in Shaihajalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shaihajalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shaihajalpur is 65.03%. Male literacy is 71.50% and female literacy is 57.23%.