Shekhpur
About Shekhpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shekhpur village is 202648. Shekhpur village is located in Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar_pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from district headquarter Mariahu. Mariahu is the sub-district headquarter of Shekhpur village. As per 2009 stats, Shekhpur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 36.66 hectares. Shekhpur has a total population of 2,554 peoples, out of which male population is 1,317 while female population is 1,237. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 939 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shekhpur village is 68.72% out of which 78.06% males and 58.77% females are literate. There are about 357 houses in shekhpur village.
When it comes to administration, Shekhpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shekhpur village comes under Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha constituency & Machhlishahr Lok Sabha constituency. Jaunpur is nearest town to shekhpur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shekhpur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,554 | 1,317 | 1,237 |
| Literate Population | 1,755 | 1,028 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 799 | 289 | 510 |
Connectivity of Shekhpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Shekhpur
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhpur
Where is Shekhpur located?
Shekhpur village is situated in Mariahu Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar_pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhpur?
Shekhpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhpur is 2,554, with 1,317 males and 1,237 females.
How many households are there in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhpur village has a total of 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhpur is 68.72%. The male literacy rate is 78.06%, while the female literacy rate is 58.77%.