Shamashpur
Shamashpur is a village located in Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpura (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Patiala. As per 2009 stats, Shamaspur is the gram panchayat of Shamashpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shamashpur unique in its vibrant Rajpura-Patiala region. You’ll see Shamashpur’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 Shamashpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamashpur is 036869. The village spans a total geographical area of 253 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 147001. Ghanaur is nearest town to Shamashpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shamashpur
Population of Shamashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamashpur has a total population of about 727, with approximately 400 males and 327 females. The sex ratio is around 817 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 235 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 64.37%, with male literacy at about 66.75% and female literacy near 61.47%. There are around 129 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamashpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 727 | 400 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 129 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 468 | 267 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 133 | 126 |
Connectivity of Shamashpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamashpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shamashpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamashpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamashpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamashpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamashpur
- Where is Shamashpur located?
- Shamashpur village is situated in Rajpura Tehsil, within the Patiala district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamashpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shamashpur is Shamaspur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shamashpur?
- The pincode of Shamashpur is 147001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shamashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamashpur is 727, with 400 males and 327 females.
- How many households are there in Shamashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamashpur village has a total of 129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamashpur is 64.37%. The male literacy rate is 66.75%, while the female literacy rate is 61.47%.