Shamashpur
Shamashpur is a village located in Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Merganj (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Bareilly. As per 2009 stats, Samaspur is the gram panchayat of Shamashpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shamashpur unique in its vibrant Meerganj-Bareilly region. You’ll see Shamashpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shamashpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamashpur is 129730. The village spans a total geographical area of 227.18 hectares. Meerganj is nearest town to Shamashpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Shamashpur
Population of Shamashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamashpur has a total population of about 2,796, with approximately 1,500 males and 1,296 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 507 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 219 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.34%, with male literacy at about 50.73% and female literacy near 28.32%. There are around 474 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamashpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,796 | 1,500 | 1,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 257 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,128 | 761 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,668 | 739 | 929 |
Connectivity of Shamashpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamashpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shamashpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamashpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamashpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamashpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamashpur
- Where is Shamashpur located?
- Shamashpur village is situated in Meerganj Tehsil, within the Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamashpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shamashpur is Samaspur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shamashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamashpur is 2,796, with 1,500 males and 1,296 females.
- How many households are there in Shamashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamashpur village has a total of 474 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamashpur is 40.34%. The male literacy rate is 50.73%, while the female literacy rate is 28.32%.