Shekhpura - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Shekhpura is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Sonari Ramchandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpura is 186902. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.07 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode.
Shekhpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpura
As per Census 2011, Shekhpura village has a total population of 524 people, consisting of 275 males and 249 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shekhpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 275 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 207 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 68 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpura
Shekhpura 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 Shekhpura
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Shekhpura is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Shekhpura
Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpura is Sonari Ramchandra.
What is the pincode of Shekhpura?
The pincode of Shekhpura is 273212.
What is the population of Shekhpura?
Shekhpura has a total population of 524, including 275 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura?
There are 80 households in Shekhpura.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpura is 65.46%. Male literacy is 75.27% and female literacy is 54.62%.