Shankhpur Urf Singhpur - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Shankhpur Urf Singhpur is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Malikpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankhpur Urf Singhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankhpur Urf Singhpur is 204332. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.16 hectares and falls under the 233306 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shankhpur Urf Singhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankhpur Urf Singhpur
As per Census 2011, Shankhpur Urf Singhpur village has a total population of 829 people, consisting of 395 males and 434 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankhpur Urf Singhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 829 | 395 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 107 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 316 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 79 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Shankhpur Urf Singhpur
Shankhpur Urf Singhpur 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 Shankhpur Urf Singhpur
Shankhpur Urf Singhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shankhpur Urf Singhpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Shankhpur Urf Singhpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Shankhpur Urf Singhpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankhpur Urf Singhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankhpur Urf Singhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shankhpur Urf Singhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankhpur Urf Singhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shankhpur Urf Singhpur
Where is Shankhpur Urf Singhpur located?
Shankhpur Urf Singhpur village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankhpur Urf Singhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankhpur Urf Singhpur is Malikpur.
What is the pincode of Shankhpur Urf Singhpur?
The pincode of Shankhpur Urf Singhpur is 233306.
What is the population of Shankhpur Urf Singhpur?
Shankhpur Urf Singhpur has a total population of 829, including 395 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Shankhpur Urf Singhpur?
There are 127 households in Shankhpur Urf Singhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shankhpur Urf Singhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankhpur Urf Singhpur is 68.64%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 58.29%.