Shehzada - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Shehzada is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Rarewali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shehzada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shehzada is 028979. The village covers a total geographical area of 530 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Shehzada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shehzada
According to the 2011 Census, Shehzada village had a total population of 837 people, including 438 males and 399 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.43%, with male literacy at 79.13% and female literacy at 69.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148.
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 | 837 | 438 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 311 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 127 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Shehzada
Shehzada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Talwandi Hindua | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Megha | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Rattar Chhattar | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Mehta | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Khanna Chamaran | South | 2.57 km |
| Mangian | East | 2.64 km |
| Dharmabad | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Gurchak | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Singhpura | South | 3.14 km |
| Khodebet | South-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shehzada
Shehzada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jaintipura, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.9 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Shehzada is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shehzada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shehzada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shehzada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shehzada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shehzada
Where is Shehzada located?
Shehzada village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shehzada?
The Gram Panchayat of Shehzada is Rarewali.
What is the pincode of Shehzada?
The pincode of Shehzada is 143604.
What is the population of Shehzada?
Shehzada had a total population of 837, including 438 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Shehzada?
Shehzada had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shehzada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shehzada was 74.43%. Male literacy was 79.13% and female literacy was 69.27%.