Shahpur
Shahpur is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Shahpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shahpur unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Shahpur’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 Shahpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahpur is 032330. The village spans a total geographical area of 113 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144515. Nawansahar is nearest town to Shahpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shahpur
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur has a total population of about 684, with approximately 351 males and 333 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 272 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 78.80%, with male literacy at about 84.33% and female literacy near 72.97%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shahpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 684 | 351 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 139 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 539 | 296 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 55 | 90 |
Connectivity of Shahpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shahpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahpur
- Where is Shahpur located?
- Shahpur village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
- Shahpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shahpur?
- The pincode of Shahpur is 144515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahpur is 684, with 351 males and 333 females.
- How many households are there in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahpur village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahpur is 78.80%. The male literacy rate is 84.33%, while the female literacy rate is 72.97%.