Shamspur
Shamspur is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Shamaspur is the gram panchayat of Shamspur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shamspur unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Shamspur’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 Shamspur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamspur is 032305. The village spans a total geographical area of 182 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144517. Rahon is nearest town to Shamspur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shamspur
Population of Shamspur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamspur has a total population of about 590, with approximately 289 males and 301 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 158 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 61.53%, with male literacy at about 66.78% and female literacy near 56.48%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamspur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 590 | 289 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 363 | 193 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 96 | 131 |
Connectivity of Shamspur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamspur. As per the 2011 stats, Shamspur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamspur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamspur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamspur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamspur
- Where is Shamspur located?
- Shamspur village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamspur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shamspur is Shamaspur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shamspur?
- The pincode of Shamspur is 144517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shamspur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamspur is 590, with 289 males and 301 females.
- How many households are there in Shamspur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamspur village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamspur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamspur is 61.53%. The male literacy rate is 66.78%, while the female literacy rate is 56.48%.