Shahpur - Jansath, Muzaffarnagar
Shahpur is a village situated in the Jansath tehsil of Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jansath and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffar Nagar. Samana Urf Ramraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 111464. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.4 hectares and falls under the 251320 pincode. Ramraj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur village had a total population of 160 people, including 81 males and 79 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.52%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 63 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 18 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lalpur Non Aht | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Bahadurpur | North | 1.38 km |
| Jalalpur Nila | South | 1.47 km |
| Inayat Khanpur | North | 1.69 km |
| Raharwa Non Aht | East | 1.76 km |
| Bhikkanpur | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Jaggu Jamalpur | West | 2.17 km |
| Nityanandpur | East | 2.18 km |
| Chakarsainpur | North | 2.25 km |
| Butrari | South-East | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bijnor, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ramraj to Shahpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Muzaffar Nagar to Shahpur is about 46 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Jansath Tehsil, Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Samana Urf Ramraj.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 251320.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 160, including 81 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 78.52%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 75.00%.