Shahpur - Kalka, Panchkula
Shahpur is a village situated in the Kalka tehsil of Panchkula district, Haryana. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalka and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Panchkula. Shahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 056946. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 134102 pincode. Baddi 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 Kalka 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 740 people, including 383 males and 357 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.57%, with male literacy at 81.31% and female literacy at 71.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201.
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 | 740 | 383 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 110 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 274 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 109 | 131 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shahpur.
| 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 Panchkula to Shahpur 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 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Kalka Tehsil, Panchkula 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 134102.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 740, including 383 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 76.57%. Male literacy was 81.31% and female literacy was 71.52%.