Shahpur Afga - Belthara Road, Ballia
Shahpur Afga is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Shahpur Afga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur Afga is 197830. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.36 hectares and falls under the 221718 pincode.
Shahpur Afga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur Afga
As per Census 2011, Shahpur Afga village has a total population of 5,884 people, consisting of 2,963 males and 2,921 females. The village has 818 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,030 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,170 literate and 2,714 illiterate residents. Additionally, 667 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur Afga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,884 | 2,963 | 2,921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,030 | 512 | 518 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 667 | 350 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,170 | 1,880 | 1,290 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,714 | 1,083 | 1,631 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur Afga
Shahpur Afga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhantpur | East | 0.93 km |
| Kunwarpur | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Parsa Nandouli Tajpur | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Ruppur Deokali | South | 1.82 km |
| Jahidpur | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Telma Jamaluddinpur | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Rampur Chandela | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Kupat | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Farsatar | West | 2.58 km |
| Piprouli | North | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur Afga
Shahpur Afga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belthara Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Shahpur Afga is about 62 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 Shahpur Afga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur Afga 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpur Afga
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 Afga 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 Shahpur Afga
Where is Shahpur Afga located?
Shahpur Afga village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur Afga?
Shahpur Afga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahpur Afga?
The pincode of Shahpur Afga is 221718.
What is the population of Shahpur Afga?
Shahpur Afga has a total population of 5,884, including 2,963 males and 2,921 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur Afga?
There are 818 households in Shahpur Afga.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur Afga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur Afga is 53.87%. Male literacy is 63.45% and female literacy is 44.16%.