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.
Here you can discover what makes Shakapur unique in its vibrant Mohammadabad-Ghazipur region. You’ll see Shakapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Shakapur
Population of Shakapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shakapur has a total population of about 2,353, with approximately 1,213 males and 1,140 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 482 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 301 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.20%, with male literacy at about 58.12% and female literacy near 33.51%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shakapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.