Shahar

Shahar is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sehar is the gram panchayat of Shahar village.

Shahar 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 Shahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahar is 027471. The village spans a total geographical area of 81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145025. Sujanpur is nearest town to Shahar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shahar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,069 571 498
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 126 64 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) 639 344 295
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 785 453 332
Illiterate Population 284 118 166

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

  • The total population of Shahar village is around 1,069, including approximately 571 males and 498 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Shahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shahar village has 639 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shahar village is about 73.43%, with male literacy at 79.33% and female literacy at 66.67%.
  • There are around 205 households in Shahar village.

Connectivity of Shahar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Shahar

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

Asa Bano Itti Sujanpur Phool Piara Phaloura Bhadrali Basroop Jhandpur Lahri Samanchan Sherpur Kalesar

Frequently Asked Questions about Shahar

Where is Shahar located?
Shahar village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahar is Sehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shahar?
The pincode of Shahar is 145025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahar is 1,069, with 571 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Shahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shahar village has a total of 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahar is 73.43%. The male literacy rate is 79.33%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.