Shahur

Shahur is a village located in Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Gurdaspur (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Shahur Kalan is the gram panchayat of Shahur village.

Shahur has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shahur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahur is 027964. The village spans a total geographical area of 546 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143562. Dhariwal is nearest town to Shahur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shahur

Below is a concise population overview of Shahur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,648 861 787
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 176 98 78
Scheduled Castes (SC) 117 60 57
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,108 608 500
Illiterate Population 540 253 287

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shahur village:

  • The total population of Shahur village is around 1,648, including approximately 861 males and 787 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 176 children aged 0–6 years in Shahur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shahur village has 117 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shahur village is about 67.23%, with male literacy at 70.62% and female literacy at 63.53%.
  • There are around 266 households in Shahur village.

Connectivity of Shahur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahur. As per the 2011 stats, Shahur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shahur

Knowing the nearby villages of Shahur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahur.

Qila Nathu Singh Manepur Dehriwala Dostpur Fatehpur Bohar Wadala Chandu Wadala Chak Takhatpur Rose Pakiwan Passin

Frequently Asked Questions about Shahur

Where is Shahur located?
Shahur village is situated in Gurdaspur Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahur is Shahur Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shahur?
The pincode of Shahur is 143562, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shahur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahur is 1,648, with 861 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Shahur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shahur village has a total of 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahur is 67.23%. The male literacy rate is 70.62%, while the female literacy rate is 63.53%.