Sheikhapur
Sheikhapur is a village located in Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mehdawal (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Sant Kabir Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Tunihwa is the gram panchayat of Sheikhapur village.
Sheikhapur has its own place in the vibrant Sant Kabir Nagar 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 Sheikhapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sheikhapur is 182153. The village spans a total geographical area of 17.65 hectares. Sant Kabir Nagar is nearest town to Sheikhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Sheikhapur
Population of Sheikhapur
Below is a concise population overview of Sheikhapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 243 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 258 | 150 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 93 | 118 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sheikhapur village:
- The total population of Sheikhapur village is around 469, including approximately 243 males and 226 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 70 children aged 0–6 years in Sheikhapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Sheikhapur village is about 55.01%, with male literacy at 61.73% and female literacy at 47.79%.
- There are around 62 households in Sheikhapur village.
Connectivity of Sheikhapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sheikhapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sheikhapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sheikhapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sheikhapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sheikhapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sheikhapur
- Where is Sheikhapur located?
- Sheikhapur village is situated in Mehdawal Tehsil, within the Sant Kabir Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sheikhapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sheikhapur is Tunihwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sheikhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheikhapur is 469, with 243 males and 226 females.
- How many households are there in Sheikhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sheikhapur village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sheikhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheikhapur is 55.01%. The male literacy rate is 61.73%, while the female literacy rate is 47.79%.