Shamashpur - Mawana, Meerut
Shamashpur is a village situated in the Mawana tehsil of Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawana and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Meerut. Shamashpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamashpur is 118923. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.05 hectares and falls under the 250406 pincode. Parichhatgarh is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shamashpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hastinapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shamashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamashpur village had a total population of 1,949 people, including 1,047 males and 902 females, living in 379 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.73%, with male literacy at 71.33% and female literacy at 43.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 324.
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 | 1,949 | 1,047 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 196 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 155 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 925 | 607 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,024 | 440 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Shamashpur
Shamashpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gesupur Shumali | South | 1.07 km |
| Asfabad | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Gesupur Januvi | South | 1.81 km |
| Sultanpur Dabal | East | 1.88 km |
| Shahabad Garhi | East | 2.03 km |
| Shivpuri | West | 2.10 km |
| Narangpur | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Amarsinghpur | West | 2.26 km |
| Mahmudpur Garvi | South | 2.61 km |
| Kiratpur | South-East | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shamashpur
Shamashpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garhmuktesar, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parichhatgarh to Shamashpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Meerut to Shamashpur 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 Shamashpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamashpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shamashpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamashpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shamashpur
Where is Shamashpur located?
Shamashpur village is located in Mawana Tehsil, Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamashpur?
Shamashpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shamashpur?
The pincode of Shamashpur is 250406.
What is the population of Shamashpur?
Shamashpur had a total population of 1,949, including 1,047 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Shamashpur?
Shamashpur had 379 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamashpur was 58.73%. Male literacy was 71.33% and female literacy was 43.92%.