Shahura
About Shahura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shahura village is 037302. Shahura village is located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Shahura village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 801 hectares. Shahura has a total population of 2,573 peoples, out of which male population is 1,357 while female population is 1,216. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 896 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shahura village is 50.87% out of which 53.87% males and 47.53% females are literate. There are about 496 houses in shahura village. Pincode of shahura village locality is 140309.
When it comes to administration, Shahura 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, Shahura village comes under Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency & Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency. Raja Sansi is nearest town to shahura village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shahura
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,573 | 1,357 | 1,216 |
| Children (0-6) | 325 | 174 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 327 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,309 | 731 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,264 | 626 | 638 |
Connectivity of Shahura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahura
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahura
Where is Shahura located?
Shahura village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahura?
Shahura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shahura?
The pincode of Shahura is 140309, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shahura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahura is 2,573, with 1,357 males and 1,216 females.
How many households are there in Shahura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shahura village has a total of 496 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahura is 50.87%. The male literacy rate is 53.87%, while the female literacy rate is 47.53%.