Shahpur - Kaiserganj, Bahraich
Shahpur is a village situated in the Kaiserganj tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaiserganj and around 0.25 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Shahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 172328. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.97 hectares and falls under the 271872 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Payagpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 1,206 people, consisting of 671 males and 535 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 797 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 541 literate and 665 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,206 | 671 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 120 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 362 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 309 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alla Purwa | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Pure Prahlad | West | 1.42 km |
| Babba | North | 1.44 km |
| Hujurpur | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Saslampur | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Pure Jaita | South | 1.92 km |
| Bhagaha | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Nibui Khurd | East | 2.45 km |
| Bhathi Kunda | South | 2.60 km |
| Nibui Kala | North-East | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Yogendra Dham Halt, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bahraich to Shahpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Shahpur is about 0.25 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpur
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 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Kaiserganj Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
Shahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 271872.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 1,206, including 671 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 203 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 44.86%. Male literacy is 53.95% and female literacy is 33.46%.