Shampur - Batala, Gurdaspur
Shampur is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Shampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 028739. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Shampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shampur
According to the 2011 Census, Shampur village had a total population of 585 people, including 321 males and 264 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.60%, with male literacy at 71.59% and female literacy at 60.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 585 | 321 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 194 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 127 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Shampur
Shampur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shampur
Shampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Shampur is about 38 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 Shampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shampur?
Shampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 143506.
What is the population of Shampur?
Shampur had a total population of 585, including 321 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Shampur?
Shampur had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shampur was 66.60%. Male literacy was 71.59% and female literacy was 60.78%.