Shekhpur

Shekhpur is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Bhawanipur is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Shekhpur unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Shekhpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Shekhpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpur is 201481. The village spans a total geographical area of 16.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222135. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Shekhpur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shekhpur

According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpur has a total population of about 255, with approximately 123 males and 132 females. The sex ratio is around 1073 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.61%, with male literacy at about 71.54% and female literacy near 48.48%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shekhpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 255 123 132
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 23 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 152 88 64
Illiterate Population 103 35 68

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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpur

Where is Shekhpur located?
Shekhpur village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur is Bhawanipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shekhpur?
The pincode of Shekhpur is 222135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpur is 255, with 123 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpur village has a total of 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpur is 59.61%. The male literacy rate is 71.54%, while the female literacy rate is 48.48%.