Shahbad
Shahbad is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Shahbad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shahbad unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Shahbad’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 Shahbad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahbad is 028705. The village spans a total geographical area of 214 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143505. Batala is nearest town to Shahbad village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shahbad
Population of Shahbad
According to the 2011 Census, Shahbad has a total population of about 1,556, with approximately 824 males and 732 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 573 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 63.43%, with male literacy at about 68.57% and female literacy near 57.65%. There are around 303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shahbad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,556 | 824 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 104 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 573 | 305 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 987 | 565 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 259 | 310 |
Connectivity of Shahbad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahbad. As per the 2011 stats, Shahbad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahbad
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahbad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahbad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahbad
- Where is Shahbad located?
- Shahbad village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahbad?
- Shahbad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shahbad?
- The pincode of Shahbad is 143505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shahbad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahbad is 1,556, with 824 males and 732 females.
- How many households are there in Shahbad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahbad village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahbad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahbad is 63.43%. The male literacy rate is 68.57%, while the female literacy rate is 57.65%.