Shahpura - Naraingarh, Ambala
Shahpura is a village situated in the Naraingarh tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraingarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Shahpur Nurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpura is 057333. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 134203 pincode. Naraingarh is the nearest town.
Shahpura 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 Shahpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpura village had a total population of 1,111 people, including 603 males and 508 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.30%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 65.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 540.
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 | 1,111 | 603 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 78 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 293 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 441 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 162 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpura
Shahpura 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 Shahpura
Shahpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shahpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Shahpura is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahpura
Where is Shahpura located?
Shahpura village is located in Naraingarh Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpura is Shahpur Nurd.
What is the pincode of Shahpura?
The pincode of Shahpura is 134203.
What is the population of Shahpura?
Shahpura had a total population of 1,111, including 603 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Shahpura?
Shahpura had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpura was 75.30%. Male literacy was 84.00% and female literacy was 65.36%.