Shahpur
Shahpur is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Shahpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shahpur unique in its vibrant Baba Bakala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Shahpur’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 Shahpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahpur is 037817. The village spans a total geographical area of 148 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143203. Batala is nearest town to Shahpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shahpur
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur has a total population of about 1,045, with approximately 541 males and 504 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 221 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 67.85%, with male literacy at about 72.64% and female literacy near 62.70%. There are around 200 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shahpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,045 | 541 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 109 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 709 | 393 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 148 | 188 |
Connectivity of Shahpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shahpur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahpur
- Where is Shahpur located?
- Shahpur village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
- Shahpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shahpur?
- The pincode of Shahpur is 143203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahpur is 1,045, with 541 males and 504 females.
- How many households are there in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahpur village has a total of 200 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahpur is 67.85%. The male literacy rate is 72.64%, while the female literacy rate is 62.70%.