Shekhupura - Suar, Rampur
Shekhupura is a village situated in the Suar tehsil of Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rampur. Hasanpur North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhupura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhupura is 116285. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.14 hectares and falls under the 244924 pincode. Maswasi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shekhupura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhupura
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhupura village had a total population of 776 people, including 399 males and 377 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.04%, with male literacy at 92.51% and female literacy at 61.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 776 | 399 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 65 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 309 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 90 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhupura
Shekhupura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Larpur Semra | South | 1.29 km |
| Hasanpur North | West | 1.80 km |
| Karimpur | West | 2.41 km |
| Kishanpur Molagarh | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Milk Naukhrid Suar | West | 2.75 km |
| Semra Larpur | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Dharmpur North | South | 3.12 km |
| Khushalpur | South | 3.56 km |
| Maharajpur | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Patti Kalan | West | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shekhupura
Shekhupura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sarkara, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maswasi to Shekhupura is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rampur to Shekhupura is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhupura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhupura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhupura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhupura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shekhupura
Where is Shekhupura located?
Shekhupura village is located in Suar Tehsil, Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shekhupura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhupura is Hasanpur North.
What is the pincode of Shekhupura?
The pincode of Shekhupura is 244924.
What is the population of Shekhupura?
Shekhupura had a total population of 776, including 399 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Shekhupura?
Shekhupura had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhupura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhupura was 77.04%. Male literacy was 92.51% and female literacy was 61.28%.