Shahpur - Ramsanehighat, Bara Banki
Shahpur is a village situated in the Ramsanehighat tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramsanehighat and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Shahpur Morarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 165192. The village covers a total geographical area of 439.12 hectares and falls under the 225409 pincode. Barabanki is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dariyabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faizabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur village had a total population of 2,844 people, including 1,516 males and 1,328 females, living in 517 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.63%, with male literacy at 65.07% and female literacy at 42.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 515.
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 | 2,844 | 1,516 | 1,328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 239 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 515 | 290 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,303 | 831 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,541 | 685 | 856 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narainpur | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Dulhadepur | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Asharf Pur Gangrela | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Raipur Raisahab | North | 2.35 km |
| Bhurehri | West | 2.45 km |
| Sultan Pur | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Malinpur | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Tahasipur | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Dharauli | West | 3.23 km |
| Raipur | North-West | 3.39 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 Daryabad, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 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 Barabanki to Shahpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Shahpur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. 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 Ramsanehighat Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Shahpur Morarpur.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 225409.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 2,844, including 1,516 males and 1,328 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 517 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 54.63%. Male literacy was 65.07% and female literacy was 42.60%.