Shakha

Shakha is a village located in Sirathu tehsil of Kaushambi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sirathu (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Kaushambi. As per 2009 stats, Shakha village is also a gram panchayat.

Shakha has its own place in the vibrant Kaushambi 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 Shakha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakha is 160004. The village spans a total geographical area of 649.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 212217. Sirathu is nearest town to Shakha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shakha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,733 2,555 2,178
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 724 385 339
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,446 769 677
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,492 1,582 910
Illiterate Population 2,241 973 1,268

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

  • The total population of Shakha village is around 4,733, including approximately 2,555 males and 2,178 females, with a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 724 children aged 0–6 years in Shakha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shakha village has 1,446 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shakha village is about 52.65%, with male literacy at 61.92% and female literacy at 41.78%.
  • There are around 734 households in Shakha village.

Connectivity of Shakha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shakha. As per the 2011 stats, Shakha 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shakha

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

Hishampur Parshakhi Kachhar Ka Hishampur Pershakhi Kachhar Ja Raghunathpur Shondhiyamay Baripur Chak Thon Debaramay Thon Paharpur Shakha Parai Khagal Sarwanpur Urf Ramsahaipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shakha

Where is Shakha located?
Shakha village is situated in Sirathu Tehsil, within the Kaushambi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakha?
Shakha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shakha?
The pincode of Shakha is 212217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shakha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakha is 4,733, with 2,555 males and 2,178 females.
How many households are there in Shakha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shakha village has a total of 734 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakha is 52.65%. The male literacy rate is 61.92%, while the female literacy rate is 41.78%.