Shah Pur Bujurg - Gola, Gorakhpur
Shah Pur Bujurg is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Hamidpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shah Pur Bujurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shah Pur Bujurg is 187543. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.3 hectares and falls under the 273407 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Shah Pur Bujurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Shah Pur Bujurg
According to the 2011 Census, Shah Pur Bujurg village had a total population of 279 people, including 156 males and 123 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.78%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 60.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268.
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 | 279 | 156 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 149 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 132 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 24 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Shah Pur Bujurg
Shah Pur Bujurg 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 Shah Pur Bujurg
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shah Pur Bujurg.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Shah Pur Bujurg is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Shah Pur Bujurg is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shah Pur Bujurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shah Pur Bujurg 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 Shah Pur Bujurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shah Pur Bujurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shah Pur Bujurg
Where is Shah Pur Bujurg located?
Shah Pur Bujurg village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shah Pur Bujurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Shah Pur Bujurg is Hamidpur.
What is the pincode of Shah Pur Bujurg?
The pincode of Shah Pur Bujurg is 273407.
What is the population of Shah Pur Bujurg?
Shah Pur Bujurg had a total population of 279, including 156 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Shah Pur Bujurg?
Shah Pur Bujurg had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shah Pur Bujurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shah Pur Bujurg was 76.78%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 60.83%.