Shekhpurwa - Kaptanganj, Kushinagar
Shekhpurwa is a village situated in the Kaptanganj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from Hata. Shekhpurwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhpurwa is 188792. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.19 hectares and falls under the 274306 pincode.
Shekhpurwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramkola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhpurwa
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpurwa village had a total population of 649 people, including 332 males and 317 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 84.98% and female literacy at 61.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 649 | 332 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 249 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 83 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpurwa
Shekhpurwa 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 Shekhpurwa
Shekhpurwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Shekhpurwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhpurwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhpurwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhpurwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhpurwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shekhpurwa
Where is Shekhpurwa located?
Shekhpurwa village is located in Kaptanganj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpurwa?
Shekhpurwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shekhpurwa?
The pincode of Shekhpurwa is 274306.
What is the population of Shekhpurwa?
Shekhpurwa had a total population of 649, including 332 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpurwa?
Shekhpurwa had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpurwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhpurwa was 73.58%. Male literacy was 84.98% and female literacy was 61.25%.