Shah Shamas
Shah Shamas is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Shah Shamas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shah Shamas unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Shah Shamas’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 Shah Shamas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shah Shamas is 028882. The village spans a total geographical area of 193 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143511. Batala is nearest town to Shah Shamas village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shah Shamas
Population of Shah Shamas
According to the 2011 Census, Shah Shamas has a total population of about 628, with approximately 314 males and 314 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 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 67.04%, with male literacy at about 65.92% and female literacy near 68.15%. There are around 128 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shah Shamas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 628 | 314 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 45 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 421 | 207 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 107 | 100 |
Connectivity of Shah Shamas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shah Shamas. As per the 2011 stats, Shah Shamas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Shah Shamas
Knowing the nearby villages of Shah Shamas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shah Shamas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shah Shamas
- Where is Shah Shamas located?
- Shah Shamas village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shah Shamas?
- Shah Shamas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shah Shamas?
- The pincode of Shah Shamas is 143511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shah Shamas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shah Shamas is 628, with 314 males and 314 females.
- How many households are there in Shah Shamas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shah Shamas village has a total of 128 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shah Shamas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shah Shamas is 67.04%. The male literacy rate is 65.92%, while the female literacy rate is 68.15%.