Shamaspur - Samrala, Ludhiana
Shamaspur is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Shamaspur Bet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamaspur is 033144. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 141114 pincode. Samrala is the nearest town.
Shamaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samrala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shamaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamaspur village had a total population of 2,007 people, including 1,035 males and 972 females, living in 395 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.37%, with male literacy at 85.98% and female literacy at 74.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 720.
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 | 2,007 | 1,035 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 720 | 370 | 350 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,441 | 797 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 238 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Shamaspur
Shamaspur 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 Shamaspur
Public transport in the Shamaspur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shamaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Shamaspur is about 45 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 Shamaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shamaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shamaspur
Where is Shamaspur located?
Shamaspur village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shamaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamaspur is Shamaspur Bet.
What is the pincode of Shamaspur?
The pincode of Shamaspur is 141114.
What is the population of Shamaspur?
Shamaspur had a total population of 2,007, including 1,035 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Shamaspur?
Shamaspur had 395 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamaspur was 80.37%. Male literacy was 85.98% and female literacy was 74.36%.