Shahpur - Samana, Patiala
Shahpur is a village situated in the Samana tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samana and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Shahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 036164. The village covers a total geographical area of 594 hectares and falls under the 147102 pincode. Samana 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 Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 2,292 people, consisting of 1,218 males and 1,074 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,152 literate and 1,140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 782 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,292 | 1,218 | 1,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 149 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 782 | 419 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 1,152 | 666 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,140 | 552 | 588 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Premgarh(prem Singhwala) | West | 1.94 km |
| Mavi Kalan | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Kakrala | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Sehajpur Kalan | North | 3.51 km |
| Bujrak | West | 3.56 km |
| Dharamgarh | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Nirmal Kot | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Arain Majra | East | 4.58 km |
| Ghangrouli | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Sehajpur Khurd | North | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalhe Majra, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Shahpur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Samana Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
Shahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 147102.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 2,292, including 1,218 males and 1,074 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 431 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 50.26%. Male literacy is 54.68% and female literacy is 45.25%.