Sham Nagar
Sham Nagar is a village located in Amritsar I tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar -i (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Sham Nagar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sham Nagar unique in its vibrant Amritsar I-Amritsar region. You’ll see Sham Nagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sham Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sham Nagar is 037468. The village spans a total geographical area of 471 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143001. Majitha is nearest town to Sham Nagar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sham Nagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Majitha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sham Nagar
Population of Sham Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Sham Nagar has a total population of about 2,356, with approximately 1,254 males and 1,102 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,503 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.30%, with male literacy at about 68.02% and female literacy near 60.07%. There are around 455 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sham Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,356 | 1,254 | 1,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 149 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,503 | 795 | 708 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,515 | 853 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 401 | 440 |
Connectivity of Sham Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sham Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Sham Nagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sham Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sham Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sham Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sham Nagar
- Where is Sham Nagar located?
- Sham Nagar village is situated in Amritsar I Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sham Nagar?
- Sham Nagar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sham Nagar?
- The pincode of Sham Nagar is 143001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sham Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sham Nagar is 2,356, with 1,254 males and 1,102 females.
- How many households are there in Sham Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sham Nagar village has a total of 455 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sham Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sham Nagar is 64.30%. The male literacy rate is 68.02%, while the female literacy rate is 60.07%.