Shahpur - Kusmi(Samri), Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Shahpur is a village situated in the Kusmi(Samri) tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Kusmi and around 100 km from Ambikapur. Ramnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 432376. The village covers a total geographical area of 531 hectares and falls under the 497224 pincode. Kusmi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 793 people, consisting of 381 males and 412 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 530 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 688 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 793 | 381 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 688 | 332 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 293 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 88 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kusmi to Shahpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Shahpur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Kusmi(Samri) Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Ramnagar.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 497224.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 793, including 381 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 156 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 66.83%. Male literacy is 76.90% and female literacy is 57.52%.