Alam Shah
Alam Shah is a village located in Fazilka tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Fazilka (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Alam Shah village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Alam Shah unique in its vibrant Fazilka-Firozpur region. You’ll see Alam Shah’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 Alam Shah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alam Shah is 035095. The village spans a total geographical area of 442 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152123. Fazilka is nearest town to Alam Shah village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Alam Shah
Population of Alam Shah
According to the 2011 Census, Alam Shah has a total population of about 1,691, with approximately 886 males and 805 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 239 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,286 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 57.48%, with male literacy at about 63.43% and female literacy near 50.93%. There are around 285 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alam Shah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,691 | 886 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 141 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,286 | 673 | 613 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 972 | 562 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 324 | 395 |
Connectivity of Alam Shah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alam Shah. As per the 2011 stats, Alam Shah 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alam Shah
Knowing the nearby villages of Alam Shah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alam Shah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alam Shah
- Where is Alam Shah located?
- Alam Shah village is situated in Fazilka Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alam Shah?
- Alam Shah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alam Shah?
- The pincode of Alam Shah is 152123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alam Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alam Shah is 1,691, with 886 males and 805 females.
- How many households are there in Alam Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alam Shah village has a total of 285 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alam Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alam Shah is 57.48%. The male literacy rate is 63.43%, while the female literacy rate is 50.93%.