Shekhpur

Shekhpur is a village located in Sawayajpur tehsil of Hardoi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sawayajpur (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Hardoi. As per 2009 stats, Shekhpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Shekhpur has its own place in the vibrant Hardoi 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 Shekhpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpur is 139706. The village spans a total geographical area of 166.36 hectares. Sawayajpur is nearest town to Shekhpur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Shekhpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sawaijpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardoi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shekhpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,295 663 632
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 208 100 108
Scheduled Castes (SC) 136 76 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 754 453 301
Illiterate Population 541 210 331

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

  • The total population of Shekhpur village is around 1,295, including approximately 663 males and 632 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 208 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhpur village has 136 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpur village is about 58.22%, with male literacy at 68.33% and female literacy at 47.63%.
  • There are around 211 households in Shekhpur village.

Connectivity of Shekhpur

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

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

Nearby Villages of Shekhpur

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

Nagara Mahimapur Nayagaon Auhadpur Lala Bhup Jilgaon Sariya Paraspur Rampur Lalji Dharampur Barsohiya Sonepur Pemapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpur

Where is Shekhpur located?
Shekhpur village is situated in Sawayajpur Tehsil, within the Hardoi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur?
Shekhpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpur is 1,295, with 663 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpur village has a total of 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpur is 58.22%. The male literacy rate is 68.33%, while the female literacy rate is 47.63%.