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
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 792 people, consisting of 421 males and 371 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 352 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 494 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 792, including 421 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 154 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 44.44%. Male literacy is 52.73% and female literacy is 35.04%.