Shahpur - Naraingarh, Ambala
Shahpur is a village situated in the Naraingarh tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraingarh and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Shahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 057283. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 134203 pincode. Naraingarh is the nearest town.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraingarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur village had a total population of 635 people, including 359 males and 276 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.55%, with male literacy at 78.80% and female literacy at 64.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 635 | 359 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 143 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 249 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 110 | 118 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Shahpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Naraingarh Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahpur?
Shahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 134203.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 635, including 359 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 72.55%. Male literacy was 78.80% and female literacy was 64.49%.