Shamaspur - Atrauli, Aligarh
Shamaspur is a village situated in the Atrauli tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atrauli and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Shamaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamaspur is 122198. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.29 hectares and falls under the 202131 pincode. Atrauli is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shamaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Atrauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shamaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamaspur village had a total population of 3,650 people, including 1,930 males and 1,720 females, living in 562 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.04%, with male literacy at 58.29% and female literacy at 40.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,650 | 1,930 | 1,720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 806 | 410 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,423 | 886 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,227 | 1,044 | 1,183 |
Nearby Villages of Shamaspur
Shamaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Valipur | West | 1.35 km |
| Inayatpur Samaspur | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Pipli | South | 1.59 km |
| Nagar | East | 1.70 km |
| Kasimpur Nagri | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Panihara | North | 1.79 km |
| Lahaski | South | 2.23 km |
| Manpur Bhaupur | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Mahera | West | 2.54 km |
| Bhamsoi Husainpur | South-East | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shamaspur
Shamaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dharampur, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atrauli to Shamaspur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Shamaspur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shamaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shamaspur
Where is Shamaspur located?
Shamaspur village is located in Atrauli Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shamaspur?
Shamaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shamaspur?
The pincode of Shamaspur is 202131.
What is the population of Shamaspur?
Shamaspur had a total population of 3,650, including 1,930 males and 1,720 females.
How many households are there in Shamaspur?
Shamaspur had 562 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamaspur was 50.04%. Male literacy was 58.29% and female literacy was 40.56%.