Shahpur - Lalganj, Rae Bareli
Shahpur is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Shahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 144803. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.84 hectares and falls under the 229201 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Sareni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rae Bareli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 689 people, consisting of 357 males and 332 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 689 | 357 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 267 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 90 | 135 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haripur | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Bahrampur | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Maha Khera | East | 1.10 km |
| Pure Bhawani | North | 1.12 km |
| Gunagar Khera | South | 1.16 km |
| Dostpur | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Golha Mau | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Narsinghpur | North | 2.19 km |
| Kumhraura | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Maduri | North | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lalganj, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rae Bareli to Shahpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 2-5 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 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 Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
Shahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 229201.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 689, including 357 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 126 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 67.34%. Male literacy is 74.79% and female literacy is 59.34%.