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
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur Afga village had a total population of 5,884 people, including 2,963 males and 2,921 females, living in 818 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.31%, with male literacy at 76.70% and female literacy at 53.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 667, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 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 had a total population of 5,884, including 2,963 males and 2,921 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur Afga?
Shahpur Afga had 818 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur Afga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur Afga was 65.31%. Male literacy was 76.70% and female literacy was 53.68%.