Shekhpur

Shekhpur is a village located in Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatampur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Kanpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Mehar Alipur is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Shekhpur unique in its vibrant Ghatampur-Kanpur Nagar 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 150834. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 209206. Ghatampur is nearest town to Shekhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Shekhpur

According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpur has a total population of about 558, with approximately 295 males and 263 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 148 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.24%, with male literacy at about 67.46% and female literacy near 47.91%. There are around 109 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 558 295 263
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 39 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 148 75 73
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 325 199 126
Illiterate Population 233 96 137

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 5 - 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 Ghatampur Tehsil, within the Kanpur Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhpur is Mehar Alipur (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 209206, 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 558, with 295 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpur village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpur is 58.24%. The male literacy rate is 67.46%, while the female literacy rate is 47.91%.