Shambhupur - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Shambhupur is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Barauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shambhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shambhupur is 187289. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.52 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Sikariganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shambhupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shambhupur
As per Census 2011, Shambhupur village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 132 males and 141 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shambhupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 79 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 53 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Shambhupur
Shambhupur 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 Shambhupur
Public transport in the Shambhupur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sikariganj to Shambhupur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Shambhupur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shambhupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shambhupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shambhupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shambhupur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shambhupur
Where is Shambhupur located?
Shambhupur village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shambhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shambhupur is Barauli.
What is the pincode of Shambhupur?
The pincode of Shambhupur is 273212.
What is the population of Shambhupur?
Shambhupur has a total population of 273, including 132 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Shambhupur?
There are 52 households in Shambhupur.
What is the literacy rate in Shambhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shambhupur is 49.08%. Male literacy is 59.85% and female literacy is 39.01%.