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.

Shekhpur 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 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

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 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

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

  • The total population of Shekhpur village is around 255, including approximately 123 males and 132 females, with a sex ratio of 1073 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shekhpur village is about 59.61%, with male literacy at 71.54% and female literacy at 48.48%.
  • There are around 33 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 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.

Purwa Bhawanipur Kurni Anapur Dashrathpur Gopal Patti Kathar Saraiya Seura Kurha Nizamuddinpur

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%.