Shahpur - Koteranka, Rajouri
Shahpur is a village situated in the Koteranka tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Budhal and around 55 km from Rajouri. Shahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 001454. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.5 hectares and falls under the 185233 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 55 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 792 people, including 421 males and 371 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.09%, with male literacy at 63.79% and female literacy at 44.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 494.
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 | 792 | 421 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 73 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 494 | 265 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 222 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 199 | 241 |
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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Shahpur is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 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 >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) | 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 Koteranka Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, 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 185233.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 792, including 421 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 55.09%. Male literacy was 63.79% and female literacy was 44.67%.