Shahpur
About Shahpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shahpur village is 009402. Shahpur village is located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Shahpur village. As per 2009 stats, Shahpur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 138.67 hectares. Shahpur has a total population of 2,523 peoples, out of which male population is 1,259 while female population is 1,264. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1003 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shahpur village is 84.54% out of which 87.93% males and 81.17% females are literate. There are about 585 houses in shahpur village. Pincode of shahpur village locality is 176205.
When it comes to administration, Shahpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shahpur village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Kangra is nearest town to shahpur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shahpur
The population details of Shahpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,523 | 1,259 | 1,264 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 261 | 130 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 354 | 181 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 2,133 | 1,107 | 1,026 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 152 | 238 |
Connectivity of Shahpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
Shahpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 176205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahpur is 2,523, with 1,259 males and 1,264 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shahpur village has a total of 585 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahpur is 84.54%. The male literacy rate is 87.93%, while the female literacy rate is 81.17%.