Shamaspur - Amloh, Fatehgarh Sahib
Shamaspur is a village situated in the Amloh tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amloh and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Shamashpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamaspur is 032839. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 147203 pincode. Amloh is the nearest town.
Shamaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amloh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shamaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamaspur village had a total population of 1,594 people, including 849 males and 745 females, living in 302 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.17%, with male literacy at 81.23% and female literacy at 72.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 481.
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 | 1,594 | 849 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 252 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 619 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 230 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Shamaspur
Shamaspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Faijulpura | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Tangrala | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Kanjari | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Lallon Khurd | West | 2.79 km |
| Dharamgarh Urf Tarkhan Majra | East | 3.22 km |
| Sher Garh | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Himatgarh | North | 3.46 km |
| Lakha Singh Wala | East | 3.65 km |
| Diwa Gandhuan | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Machhrai Khurd | South-East | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shamaspur
Shamaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khanna, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehgarh Sahib to Shamaspur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shamaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shamaspur
Where is Shamaspur located?
Shamaspur village is located in Amloh Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamaspur is Shamashpur.
What is the pincode of Shamaspur?
The pincode of Shamaspur is 147203.
What is the population of Shamaspur?
Shamaspur had a total population of 1,594, including 849 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Shamaspur?
Shamaspur had 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamaspur was 77.17%. Male literacy was 81.23% and female literacy was 72.59%.