Shekhapur

Shekhapur is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Shekhanagar is the gram panchayat of Shekhapur village.

Shekhapur has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur 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 Shekhapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhapur is 201062. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.66 hectares. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Shekhapur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shekhapur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 333 140 193
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 50 24 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) 72 32 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 194 101 93
Illiterate Population 139 39 100

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

  • The total population of Shekhapur village is around 333, including approximately 140 males and 193 females, with a sex ratio of 1378 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhapur village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhapur village is about 58.26%, with male literacy at 72.14% and female literacy at 48.19%.
  • There are around 67 households in Shekhapur village.

Connectivity of Shekhapur

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhapur

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

Chainpur Deepakpur Ramnagara Akaula Girahuli Ahiladpur Daudpur Nevaraha Sakapur Nagauli Boirai

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhapur

Where is Shekhapur located?
Shekhapur village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhapur is Shekhanagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shekhapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhapur is 333, with 140 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Shekhapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhapur village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhapur is 58.26%. The male literacy rate is 72.14%, while the female literacy rate is 48.19%.