Shershampur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Shershampur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkarnagar. Tihayatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shershampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shershampur is 167756. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.3 hectares and falls under the 224176 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shershampur 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 Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shershampur
According to the 2011 Census, Shershampur village had a total population of 345 people, including 173 males and 172 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.73%, with male literacy at 85.33% and female literacy at 74.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 345 | 173 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 128 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 45 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Shershampur
Shershampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bacchuapar | South-East | 0.83 km |
| Kharahra | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Tarauna Bansgaun | East | 1.23 km |
| Rampatti | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Tihaitpur | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Bharauli | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Tandwa Deoram | North | 1.46 km |
| Dharoopur | South | 1.55 km |
| Ahmadpur | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Balrampur | South-East | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shershampur
Shershampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahrajganj to Shershampur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkarnagar to Shershampur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shershampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shershampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shershampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shershampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shershampur
Where is Shershampur located?
Shershampur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shershampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shershampur is Tihayatpur.
What is the pincode of Shershampur?
The pincode of Shershampur is 224176.
What is the population of Shershampur?
Shershampur had a total population of 345, including 173 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Shershampur?
Shershampur had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shershampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shershampur was 79.73%. Male literacy was 85.33% and female literacy was 74.17%.