Shahpur - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Shahpur is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Shahpur Urf Madhopur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 206222. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.75 hectares and falls under the 233222 pincode.
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 Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur village had a total population of 1,461 people, including 714 males and 747 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.79%, with male literacy at 74.02% and female literacy at 50.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 1,461 | 714 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 125 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 77 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 436 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 278 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shahpur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Shahpur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Shahpur Urf Madhopur.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 233222.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 1,461, including 714 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 61.79%. Male literacy was 74.02% and female literacy was 50.32%.