Shekhpur

Shekhpur is a village located in Ghazipur tehsil of Ghazipur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from Ghazipur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shekhpur village. As per 2009 stats, Shekhpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Shekhpur has its own place in the vibrant Ghazipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shekhpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpur is 204752. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.83 hectares. Ghazipur is nearest town to Shekhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Shekhpur

Below is a concise population overview of Shekhpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,019 1,047 972
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 279 138 141
Scheduled Castes (SC) 475 241 234
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,276 775 501
Illiterate Population 743 272 471

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekhpur village:

  • The total population of Shekhpur village is around 2,019, including approximately 1,047 males and 972 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 279 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpur village has 475 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpur village is about 63.20%, with male literacy at 74.02% and female literacy at 51.54%.
  • There are around 290 households in Shekhpur village.

Connectivity of Shekhpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Shekhpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekhpur.

Basant Patti Jamalpur Salempur Gopal Hridyapur Udaupur Chakmada Ghusurupur Chak Muamid Shadatpur Arsadpur Chak Tajuddin

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpur

Where is Shekhpur located?
Shekhpur village is situated in Ghazipur Tehsil, within the Ghazipur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur?
Shekhpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpur is 2,019, with 1,047 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpur village has a total of 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpur is 63.20%. The male literacy rate is 74.02%, while the female literacy rate is 51.54%.