Shahpur Jajan
Shahpur Jajan is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Shahpur Jajan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shahpur Jajan unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Shahpur Jajan’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 Shahpur Jajan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahpur Jajan is 028946. The village spans a total geographical area of 1197 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143511. Dera Baba Nanak is nearest town to Shahpur Jajan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shahpur Jajan
Population of Shahpur Jajan
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur Jajan has a total population of about 4,374, with approximately 2,276 males and 2,098 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 530 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 335 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 64.17%, with male literacy at about 68.59% and female literacy near 59.39%. There are around 806 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shahpur Jajan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,374 | 2,276 | 2,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 280 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 185 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,807 | 1,561 | 1,246 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,567 | 715 | 852 |
Connectivity of Shahpur Jajan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahpur Jajan. As per the 2011 stats, Shahpur Jajan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur Jajan
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahpur Jajan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahpur Jajan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahpur Jajan
- Where is Shahpur Jajan located?
- Shahpur Jajan village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur Jajan?
- Shahpur Jajan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shahpur Jajan?
- The pincode of Shahpur Jajan is 143511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shahpur Jajan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahpur Jajan is 4,374, with 2,276 males and 2,098 females.
- How many households are there in Shahpur Jajan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahpur Jajan village has a total of 806 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahpur Jajan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahpur Jajan is 64.17%. The male literacy rate is 68.59%, while the female literacy rate is 59.39%.