Shakapur

Shakapur is a village located in Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Mohammadabad (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Ghazipur. As per 2009 stats, Loharpur is the gram panchayat of Shakapur village.

Shakapur 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 Shakapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakapur is 205583. The village spans a total geographical area of 146.09 hectares. Ghazipur is nearest town to Shakapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Shakapur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,353 1,213 1,140
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 482 233 249
Scheduled Castes (SC) 301 162 139
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,087 705 382
Illiterate Population 1,266 508 758

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

  • The total population of Shakapur village is around 2,353, including approximately 1,213 males and 1,140 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 482 children aged 0–6 years in Shakapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shakapur village has 301 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shakapur village is about 46.20%, with male literacy at 58.12% and female literacy at 33.51%.
  • There are around 332 households in Shakapur village.

Connectivity of Shakapur

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

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

Nearby Villages of Shakapur

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

Mahmudpur Mansiha Atampur Sihani Sagapali Murar Singh Kabirpur Khargi Sherpur Totari Hatwar Murar Singh Karari Hatwar Dayal Singh Sagapali Dayal Singh Auraiya Husampur Taufir

Frequently Asked Questions about Shakapur

Where is Shakapur located?
Shakapur village is situated in Mohammadabad Tehsil, within the Ghazipur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakapur is Loharpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shakapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakapur is 2,353, with 1,213 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Shakapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shakapur village has a total of 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakapur is 46.20%. The male literacy rate is 58.12%, while the female literacy rate is 33.51%.