Shahpur Firojpur - Jalalpur, Ambedkar Nagar
Shahpur Firojpur is a village situated in the Jalalpur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalalpur and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Shahpur Firojpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur Firojpur is 167877. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.65 hectares and falls under the 224139 pincode. Jalalpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shahpur Firojpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpur Firojpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur Firojpur village has a total population of 1,702 people, consisting of 855 males and 847 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 872 literate and 830 illiterate residents. Additionally, 868 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur Firojpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,702 | 855 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 163 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 868 | 448 | 420 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 513 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 830 | 342 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur Firojpur
Shahpur Firojpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ashrafpur Bhua | East | 0.83 km |
| Kannupur | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Janapur | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Malikpur Chhitooni | West | 1.99 km |
| Hajipur | East | 2.09 km |
| Meerapur | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Wazidpur Dehat | East | 2.38 km |
| Mahmadpur Hamsa | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Buragaon | South | 2.97 km |
| Guapa Kar | South-West | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur Firojpur
Shahpur Firojpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Malipur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalalpur to Shahpur Firojpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Shahpur Firojpur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur Firojpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur Firojpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpur Firojpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur Firojpur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shahpur Firojpur
Where is Shahpur Firojpur located?
Shahpur Firojpur village is located in Jalalpur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur Firojpur?
Shahpur Firojpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahpur Firojpur?
The pincode of Shahpur Firojpur is 224139.
What is the population of Shahpur Firojpur?
Shahpur Firojpur has a total population of 1,702, including 855 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur Firojpur?
There are 264 households in Shahpur Firojpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur Firojpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur Firojpur is 51.23%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 42.38%.