Shampur
Shampur is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Shampur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shampur unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Shampur’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 Shampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shampur is 028739. The village spans a total geographical area of 133 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143505. Batala is nearest town to Shampur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shampur
Population of Shampur
According to the 2011 Census, Shampur has a total population of about 585, with approximately 321 males and 264 females. The sex ratio is around 822 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 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 57.26%, with male literacy at about 60.44% and female literacy near 53.41%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shampur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 335 | 194 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 127 | 123 |
Connectivity of Shampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shampur. As per the 2011 stats, Shampur 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shampur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shampur
- Where is Shampur located?
- Shampur village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
- Shampur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shampur?
- The pincode of Shampur is 143505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shampur is 585, with 321 males and 264 females.
- How many households are there in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shampur village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shampur is 57.26%. The male literacy rate is 60.44%, while the female literacy rate is 53.41%.