Shekhampur Village Overview
Shekhampur is a village in Labpur tehsil of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It lies about 6.3 km from Labpur tehsil headquarters and around 28.3 km from Suri district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Chauhatta Mahodari I is the Gram Panchayat for Shekhampur village.
The sections below provide essential information about Shekhampur village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhampur is 317527. The village covers a geographical area of 857.94 hectares and has a pincode of 731303. Labpur is the nearest town.
Location Map of Shekhampur
Population & Demographics of Shekhampur
This section provides population and demographic details of Shekhampur village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,561 | 3,278 | 3,283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 864 | 429 | 435 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,642 | 824 | 818 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,103 | 1,013 | 1,090 |
| Literate Population | 3,659 | 2,058 | 1,601 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,902 | 1,220 | 1,682 |
Key population details of Shekhampur village are given below:
- Shekhampur village is a densely populated village with a total population of around 6,561, including approximately 3,278 males and 3,283 females, with a sex ratio of 1001 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 1,642 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,103 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Shekhampur village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 55.77%.
- There are around 1,525 households in Shekhampur village.
Transport & Connectivity of Shekhampur
Transport facilities help residents of Shekhampur village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shekhampur
The following villages are located close to Shekhampur and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhampur
- Where is Shekhampur located?
- Shekhampur village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shekhampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shekhampur is Chauhatta Mahodari I (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Shekhampur?
- The pincode of Shekhampur is 731303.
- What is the population of Shekhampur?
- Shekhampur has a total population of 6,561, including 3,278 males and 3,283 females.
- How many households are there in Shekhampur?
- There are 1,525 households in Shekhampur.
- What is the literacy rate in Shekhampur?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhampur is 55.77%. Male literacy is 62.78% and female literacy is 48.77%.