Shahpur
Shahpur is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Shahpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shahpur unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Shahpur’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
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahpur is 030792. The village spans a total geographical area of 220 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Dasua is nearest town to Shahpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shahpur
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur has a total population of about 658, with approximately 332 males and 326 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 63 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 324 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 74.77%, with male literacy at about 77.11% and female literacy near 72.39%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shahpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 658 | 332 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 40 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 164 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 492 | 256 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 76 | 90 |
Connectivity of Shahpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shahpur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahpur
- Where is Shahpur located?
- Shahpur village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
- Shahpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shahpur?
- The pincode of Shahpur is 144205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahpur is 658, with 332 males and 326 females.
- How many households are there in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahpur village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahpur is 74.77%. The male literacy rate is 77.11%, while the female literacy rate is 72.39%.