Shahganj
Shahganj is a village located in Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorawal (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Belatand is the gram panchayat of Shahganj village.
Here you can discover what makes Shahganj unique in its vibrant Ghorawal-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Shahganj’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shahganj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahganj is 213197. The village spans a total geographical area of 5.869 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231216. Sonbhadra is nearest town to Shahganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Shahganj
Population of Shahganj
According to the 2011 Census, Shahganj has a total population of about 1,628, with approximately 855 males and 773 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 334 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 296 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.95%, with male literacy at about 60.94% and female literacy near 44.11%. There are around 245 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shahganj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,628 | 855 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 177 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 163 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 862 | 521 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 766 | 334 | 432 |
Connectivity of Shahganj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahganj. As per the 2011 stats, Shahganj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahganj
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahganj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahganj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahganj
- Where is Shahganj located?
- Shahganj village is situated in Ghorawal Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahganj?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shahganj is Belatand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shahganj?
- The pincode of Shahganj is 231216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shahganj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahganj is 1,628, with 855 males and 773 females.
- How many households are there in Shahganj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahganj village has a total of 245 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahganj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahganj is 52.95%. The male literacy rate is 60.94%, while the female literacy rate is 44.11%.