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.

Shekhwa has its own place in the vibrant Mirzapur 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 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.

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Population of Shekhwa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Shekhwa village is around 1,235, including approximately 643 males and 592 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhwa village has 423 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhwa village is about 46.15%, with male literacy at 51.32% and female literacy at 40.54%.
  • There are around 220 households in Shekhwa village.

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.

Latifpur Khirihiti Jamaiyatpur Hinauta Chhato Saria Bairampur Rampur Dhabahi Ahirupur Chak Jata Sonpur

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%.