Shafipur Kalan
Shafipur Kalan is a village located in Sunam tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sunam (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Saffipur Kalan is the gram panchayat of Shafipur Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Shafipur Kalan unique in its vibrant Sunam-Sangrur region. You’ll see Shafipur Kalan’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 Shafipur Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shafipur Kalan is 039818. The village spans a total geographical area of 577.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148035. Dirba is nearest town to Shafipur Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shafipur Kalan
Population of Shafipur Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Shafipur Kalan has a total population of about 2,213, with approximately 1,189 males and 1,024 females. The sex ratio is around 861 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 233 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 679 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 54.63%, with male literacy at about 58.54% and female literacy near 50.10%. There are around 430 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shafipur Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,213 | 1,189 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 130 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 679 | 371 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,209 | 696 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,004 | 493 | 511 |
Connectivity of Shafipur Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shafipur Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Shafipur Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shafipur Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Shafipur Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shafipur Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shafipur Kalan
- Where is Shafipur Kalan located?
- Shafipur Kalan village is situated in Sunam Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shafipur Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shafipur Kalan is Saffipur Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shafipur Kalan?
- The pincode of Shafipur Kalan is 148035, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shafipur Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shafipur Kalan is 2,213, with 1,189 males and 1,024 females.
- How many households are there in Shafipur Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shafipur Kalan village has a total of 430 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shafipur Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shafipur Kalan is 54.63%. The male literacy rate is 58.54%, while the female literacy rate is 50.10%.