Shekhpur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Shekhpur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Shekhpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpur is 200043. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.13 hectares and falls under the 222139 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shekhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpur village had a total population of 1,823 people, including 915 males and 908 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.76%, with male literacy at 83.96% and female literacy at 65.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 403.
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 | 1,823 | 915 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 142 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 194 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,149 | 649 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 266 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpur
Shekhpur 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 Shekhpur
Shekhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shekhpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahganj to Shekhpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Shekhpur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shekhpur
Where is Shekhpur located?
Shekhpur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur?
Shekhpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shekhpur?
The pincode of Shekhpur is 222139.
What is the population of Shekhpur?
Shekhpur had a total population of 1,823, including 915 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur?
Shekhpur had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpur was 74.76%. Male literacy was 83.96% and female literacy was 65.45%.