Shakurpur - Modinagar, Ghaziabad
Shakurpur is a village situated in the Modinagar tehsil of Ghaziabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Modinagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ghaziabad. Shakurpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakurpur is 119628. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.56 hectares and falls under the 201201 pincode.
Shakurpur 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 Moni Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baghpat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakurpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shakurpur village had a total population of 1,986 people, including 1,089 males and 897 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.48%, with male literacy at 88.91% and female literacy at 67.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 757.
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 | 1,986 | 1,089 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 142 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 757 | 403 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,371 | 842 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 247 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Shakurpur
Shakurpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muradabad | East | 1.31 km |
| Hirdaipur Bhandaula | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Shahjahanpur | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Bhatjan | South | 1.71 km |
| Zainuddinpur | East | 2.42 km |
| Machhri | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Palauta | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Vidyapur Safiabad | West | 3.07 km |
| Rori | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Saidpur Husinpur Deelna | North-East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shakurpur
Shakurpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mohiuddinpur, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ghaziabad to Shakurpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakurpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakurpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shakurpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakurpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shakurpur
Where is Shakurpur located?
Shakurpur village is located in Modinagar Tehsil, Ghaziabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shakurpur?
Shakurpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shakurpur?
The pincode of Shakurpur is 201201.
What is the population of Shakurpur?
Shakurpur had a total population of 1,986, including 1,089 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Shakurpur?
Shakurpur had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakurpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakurpur was 79.48%. Male literacy was 88.91% and female literacy was 67.99%.