Shahapur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Shahapur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Shahapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahapur is 200306. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 222139 pincode. Khetasaray is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Shahapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaunpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shahapur
As per Census 2011, Shahapur village has a total population of 2,589 people, consisting of 1,315 males and 1,274 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 489 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,317 literate and 1,272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 638 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,589 | 1,315 | 1,274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 489 | 262 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 312 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 1,317 | 793 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,272 | 522 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Shahapur
Shahapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chaka Bhadi | South-East | 0.58 km |
| Zaminasla | West | 0.76 km |
| Sekh Valia Baharam | East | 1.14 km |
| Targahana | South | 1.27 km |
| Chakfaizali | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Porai Kalan | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Sekh Valia Moazzam | East | 1.75 km |
| Chak Kothiyara | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Jamdaha | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Younuspur | South | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahapur
Shahapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kheta Sarai, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khetasaray to Shahapur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Shahapur is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shahapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahapur 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 Shahapur
Where is Shahapur located?
Shahapur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahapur?
Shahapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahapur?
The pincode of Shahapur is 222139.
What is the population of Shahapur?
Shahapur has a total population of 2,589, including 1,315 males and 1,274 females.
How many households are there in Shahapur?
There are 358 households in Shahapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahapur is 50.87%. Male literacy is 60.30% and female literacy is 41.13%.