Shekhpura

Shekhpura is a village located in Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Behat (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Saharanpur. As per 2009 stats, Shekhpura village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shekhpura unique in its vibrant Behat-Saharanpur region. You’ll see Shekhpura’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 Shekhpura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhpura is 109028. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.03 hectares. Saharanpur is nearest town to Shekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

Google Map of Shekhpura

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Population of Shekhpura

According to the 2011 Census, Shekhpura has a total population of about 3,280, with approximately 1,731 males and 1,549 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 653 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,434 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.99%, with male literacy at about 51.18% and female literacy near 35.96%. There are around 589 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shekhpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,280 1,731 1,549
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 653 342 311
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,434 761 673
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,443 886 557
Illiterate Population 1,837 845 992

Connectivity of Shekhpura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekhpura. As per the 2011 stats, Shekhpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhpura

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpura

Where is Shekhpura located?
Shekhpura village is situated in Behat Tehsil, within the Saharanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpura?
Shekhpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpura is 3,280, with 1,731 males and 1,549 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpura village has a total of 589 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpura is 43.99%. The male literacy rate is 51.18%, while the female literacy rate is 35.96%.