Shahpur - Haveli, Poonch
Shahpur is a village situated in the Haveli tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Haveli and around 15 km from Punch. Shahpur Lower serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 001090. The village covers a total geographical area of 1568 hectares and falls under the 185101 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur village had a total population of 3,340 people, including 1,719 males and 1,621 females, living in 571 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.55%, with male literacy at 67.13% and female literacy at 33.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,021.
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 | 3,340 | 1,719 | 1,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 774 | 411 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,021 | 1,042 | 979 |
| Literate Population | 1,297 | 878 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,043 | 841 | 1,202 |
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 van 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 Punch to Shahpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Haveli Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shahpur?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shahpur is Shahpur Lower.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 185101.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 3,340, including 1,719 males and 1,621 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 571 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 50.55%. Male literacy was 67.13% and female literacy was 33.31%.