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
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village had a total population of 524 people, including 275 males and 249 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.60%, with male literacy at 89.61% and female literacy at 64.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 275 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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
| 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 had a total population of 524, including 275 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura?
Shekhpura had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpura was 77.60%. Male literacy was 89.61% and female literacy was 64.45%.