Shakarpur Kalan - Kasimabad, Ghazipur
Shakarpur Kalan is a village situated in the Kasimabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Mohammadabad and around 38 km from Ghazipur. Shakarpur Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakarpur Kalan is 205479. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.05 hectares and falls under the 233222 pincode. Mohammadabad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shakarpur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Zahoorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakarpur Kalan
As per Census 2011, Shakarpur Kalan village has a total population of 951 people, consisting of 462 males and 489 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 566 literate and 385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakarpur Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 | 462 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 272 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 320 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 142 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Shakarpur Kalan
Shakarpur Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shakarpur Kalan
Shakarpur Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mohammadabad to Shakarpur Kalan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Shakarpur Kalan is about 38 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 Shakarpur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakarpur Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shakarpur Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakarpur Kalan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shakarpur Kalan
Where is Shakarpur Kalan located?
Shakarpur Kalan village is located in Kasimabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakarpur Kalan?
Shakarpur Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shakarpur Kalan?
The pincode of Shakarpur Kalan is 233222.
What is the population of Shakarpur Kalan?
Shakarpur Kalan has a total population of 951, including 462 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Shakarpur Kalan?
There are 151 households in Shakarpur Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Shakarpur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakarpur Kalan is 59.52%. Male literacy is 69.26% and female literacy is 50.31%.