Shekhwa
Shekhwa is a village located in Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chunar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Shekhwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shekhwa unique in its vibrant Chunar-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Shekhwa’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 Shekhwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhwa is 212869. The village spans a total geographical area of 226 hectares. Varanasi is nearest town to Shekhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
Google Map of Shekhwa
Population of Shekhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhwa has a total population of about 1,235, with approximately 643 males and 592 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 203 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 423 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.15%, with male literacy at about 51.32% and female literacy near 40.54%. There are around 220 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shekhwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,235 | 643 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 113 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 226 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 330 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 313 | 352 |
Connectivity of Shekhwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhwa. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shekhwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Shekhwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekhwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhwa
- Where is Shekhwa located?
- Shekhwa village is situated in Chunar Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekhwa?
- Shekhwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shekhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhwa is 1,235, with 643 males and 592 females.
- How many households are there in Shekhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shekhwa village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhwa is 46.15%. The male literacy rate is 51.32%, while the female literacy rate is 40.54%.