Shahpur - Ballia
Shahpur is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Shahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 198689. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.67 hectares and falls under the 277121 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 418 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 Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 1,298 people, consisting of 608 males and 690 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 812 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 608 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 812 | 433 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 175 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur 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 Shahpur
Public transport in the Shahpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shahpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ballia to Shahpur is about 418 km, with a usual travel time of around ~11.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Shahpur is about 17 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
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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia 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 277121.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 1,298, including 608 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 206 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 62.56%. Male literacy is 71.22% and female literacy is 54.93%.