Shahpur - Gunnaur, Sambhal
Shahpur is a village situated in the Gunnaur tehsil of Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Gunnaur and around 82 km from Budaun. Shahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 127247. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.46 hectares and falls under the 243722 pincode. Gunnaur 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 Gunnaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Badaun Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur village had a total population of 1,538 people, including 808 males and 730 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.70%, with male literacy at 53.47% and female literacy at 26.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 1,538 | 808 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 146 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 354 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,024 | 454 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur 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 Shahpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Shahpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shahpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gunnaur to Shahpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budaun to Shahpur is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Gunnaur Tehsil, Sambhal 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 243722.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 1,538, including 808 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 40.70%. Male literacy was 53.47% and female literacy was 26.62%.