Shahpur - Nakodar, Jalandhar
Shahpur is a village situated in the Nakodar tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakodar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Shahpur (p) (162) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 029872. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 144041 pincode. Nakodar is the nearest town.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nakodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur village had a total population of 166 people, including 84 males and 82 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.00%, with male literacy at 81.08% and female literacy at 67.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 24 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Shahpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur 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 Shahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Nakodar Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Shahpur (p) (162).
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 144041.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 166, including 84 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 74.00%. Male literacy was 81.08% and female literacy was 67.11%.