Shahpura - Kishanganj, Baran
Shahpura is a village situated in the Kishanganj tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanganj and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Barooni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpura is 103146. The village covers a total geographical area of 817 hectares and falls under the 325224 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Shahpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpura
As per Census 2011, Shahpura village has a total population of 418 people, consisting of 204 males and 214 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 418 | 204 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 64 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 140 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpura
Shahpura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shahpura. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Shahpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baran to Shahpura is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shahpura
Where is Shahpura located?
Shahpura village is located in Kishanganj Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpura is Barooni.
What is the pincode of Shahpura?
The pincode of Shahpura is 325224.
What is the population of Shahpura?
Shahpura has a total population of 418, including 204 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Shahpura?
There are 77 households in Shahpura.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpura is 18.42%. Male literacy is 31.37% and female literacy is 6.07%.