Shampura
Shampura is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Shampura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shampura unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Shampura’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 Shampura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shampura is 028982. The village spans a total geographical area of 535 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143604. Ramdas is nearest town to Shampura village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shampura
Population of Shampura
According to the 2011 Census, Shampura has a total population of about 1,582, with approximately 828 males and 754 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 173 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 544 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 68.33%, with male literacy at about 72.46% and female literacy near 63.79%. There are around 320 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shampura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,582 | 828 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 88 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 544 | 279 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 600 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 228 | 273 |
Connectivity of Shampura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shampura. As per the 2011 stats, Shampura 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 Shampura
Knowing the nearby villages of Shampura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shampura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shampura
- Where is Shampura located?
- Shampura village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shampura?
- Shampura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shampura?
- The pincode of Shampura is 143604, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shampura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shampura is 1,582, with 828 males and 754 females.
- How many households are there in Shampura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shampura village has a total of 320 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shampura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shampura is 68.33%. The male literacy rate is 72.46%, while the female literacy rate is 63.79%.