Shahkot - Dhampur, Bijnor
Shahkot is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Mohamadpurjamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahkot is 113705. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.3 hectares and falls under the 246747 pincode.
Shahkot 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 Dhampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahkot
According to the 2011 Census, Shahkot village had a total population of 7 people, including 4 males and 3 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Shahkot
Shahkot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Kandla | North | 1.46 km |
| Khujistabad | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Ajampur Jamnibhan A | West | 1.82 km |
| Ali1arpur | East | 2.01 km |
| Araji Kandla | West | 2.50 km |
| Ajampur Jamni Bhan Bila Ahatma | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Mo.alipur Lalman | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Badshahpur Laxmisain | West | 2.93 km |
| Kotra Tappa Havali | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Salawatpur Girdhar | North-East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahkot
Public transport in the Shahkot is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhampur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bijnor to Shahkot is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahkot 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 Shahkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahkot 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 Shahkot
Where is Shahkot located?
Shahkot village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahkot is Mohamadpurjamal.
What is the pincode of Shahkot?
The pincode of Shahkot is 246747.
What is the population of Shahkot?
Shahkot had a total population of 7, including 4 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Shahkot?
Shahkot had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahkot was 60.00%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.