Shohratgarh
Shohratgarh | |
|---|---|
Town and Tehsil | |
  Shohratgarh Location in Uttar Pradesh, India  Shohratgarh Shohratgarh (India) | |
| Coordinates: 27°23′35″N 82°57′24″E / 27.39306°N 82.95667°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| District | Siddharthnagar |
| Government | |
| • Type | Nagar Panchayat |
| Elevation | 94 m (308 ft) |
| Population (2011) | |
• Total | 9,326 |
| Languages | |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 272205 |
| Telephone code | 05544 |
| Vehicle registration | UP-55 |
| Website | siddharthnagar |
Shohratgarh is a town, tehsil, and Nagar Panchayat in Siddharthnagar district in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is situated near the India–Nepal border in the Purvanchal region of eastern Uttar Pradesh.[1]
History
[edit]According to local traditions, the present-day town developed from a nearby settlement known as Chhaanapar. The name Shohratgarh is traditionally associated with Raja Shohrat Singh, after whom the town is believed to have been named.[2][3]
The educational and social institutions of the town were historically supported by the local zamindar family associated with Raja Shivpati Singh and Raja Shohrat Singh.[4]
Demographics
[edit]According to the 2011 Census of India, Shohratgarh Nagar Panchayat had a population of 9,326, including 4,735 males and 4,591 females.[5]
The average literacy rate was 74.08%, higher than the Uttar Pradesh state average of 67.68%. Male literacy stood at 79.98%, while female literacy was 68.04%.[5]
| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 6,542 | — |
| 2001 | 8,336 | +2.45% |
| 2011 | 9,326 | +1.13% |
Religion
[edit]According to the 2011 census, Hinduism is the majority religion in Shohratgarh, followed by Islam.[5]
Civic administration
[edit]Shohratgarh is governed by a Nagar Panchayat. The town is divided into municipal wards, for which elections are held every five years.[5]
Transport
[edit]Shohratgarh is connected by road through National Highway 730. The town also has Shohratgarh railway station (station code: SOT), situated on the Gorakhpur–Gonda railway line under the North Eastern Railway zone.[6]
Politics
[edit]Shohratgarh is represented in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly through the Shohratgarh Assembly constituency (constituency number 302). It falls under the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha constituency.[7]
External links
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History
[edit]Origin and the Story of Chhaanapar
[edit]The region where modern-day Shohratgarh stands was historically known as Chhaanapar (छानापार). In ancient and medieval times, Chhaanapar was a small, rural settlement covered with dense vegetation and agrarian fields.
The transformation of Chhaanapar into Shohratgarh is deeply rooted in the history of the local zamindari estate. The local ruling elite and landlords developed the infrastructure of the area. The town was systematically renamed and developed as "Shohratgarh" (meaning The Fort of Fame) in honor of Raja Shohrat Singh, a prominent local ruler and landlord whose lineage heavily contributed to the socioeconomic landscape, education, and institutional development of the region.[8] Over the decades, the historic identity of Chhaanapar seamlessly blended into the growing urban fabric of Shohratgarh town.
During the Indian independence movement, the town served as a minor yet highly resilient hub for local activists and freedom fighters against British rule, operating under the broader regional movements of the United Provinces.[8]
Demographics
[edit]According to the 2011 Census of India, Shohratgarh Nagar Panchayat had a population of 9,326, which is estimated to have grown to approximately 13,600 by 2026.[9]
- Gender Ratio: There are 4,735 males and 4,591 females, establishing a sex ratio of 970 females per 1000 males, which is notably higher than the Uttar Pradesh state average of 912.[9]
- Literacy: The literacy rate stands at 74.08%, with male literacy at 79.98% and female literacy at 68.04%, outperforming the state's average parameters.[9]
- Religious Composition: The major population consists of Hindus (63.35%) and Muslims (36.30%), with minor percentages of Christians, Buddhists, and Jains.[9]
Civic Administration and Law & Order
[edit]Municipality
[edit]Shohratgarh is administered by a Nagar Panchayat (Town Municipality) body. The urban area is divided into 10 structural wards, with local elections held every five years to elect ward councilors and the Nagar Panchayat Chairman.[9] The municipality manages basic amenities like local water supply, sanitation, public lightning, and primary infrastructure development.[9]
Law and Order
[edit]Law enforcement is managed by the Shohratgarh Police Station under the jurisdiction of the Siddharthnagar District Police and the Gorakhpur Police Zone. Due to its proximity to the Indo-Nepal international border (with major transit points like Khunwa and Barhni located nearby), security management involves active coordination with border security forces to check cross-border smuggling and maintain local law and order.[9]
Politics and Assembly Seat
[edit]Shohratgarh represents a distinct legislative block in state politics:
- Assembly Constituency (Vidhan Sabha): It is designated as the Shohratgarh Assembly Constituency (Seat No. 302) of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly.
- Current MLA: Vinay Verma of the Apna Dal (Sonelal) [AD(S)], part of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), won the seat during the 2022 general elections.
- Parliamentary Constituency (Lok Sabha): Shohratgarh falls under the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha constituency, representing its voice in the Parliament of India.
Infrastructure and Economy
[edit]Transport and Highways
[edit]- Roadways: Shohratgarh is highly connected through National Highway 730 (NH-730), which directly links the town to major hubs like Gorakhpur, Kushinagar, Balrampur, Shravasti, and Pilibhit. This highway is a core part of the India-Japan Buddhist Circuit project, attracting international tourism.[10]
- Railways: Shohratgarh Railway Station (Station Code: SOT) falls under the North Eastern Railway (NER) zone. Located on the Gorakhpur–Gonda loop line, it provides direct train connectivity to major metro cities including New Delhi, Mumbai, Lucknow, Kanpur, and Gorakhpur via trains like the Ashbagh Express, Humsafar Express, and Antyodaya Express.[11]
Healthcare
[edit]Primary health requirements are serviced through government-backed Community Health Centres (CHCs) and primary clinics located within the tehsil. For advanced tertiary care, the population relies on the newly established Madhav Prasad Tripathi State Allopathic Medical College and Hospital located in the district headquarters of Siddharthnagar (Naugarh).
Economy
[edit]The economy is predominantly agrarian. However, being a border-adjacent commercial block, retail trading, power back-up dealerships, and agro-processing industries (especially around the regional Kalanamak rice under the One District One Product scheme) drive local business operations.[9][12]
External Links
[edit]Demographics
[edit]As of 2011[update], the India census, the population of Shohratgarh town is 35000 and total population of this sub division is 420,532,[citation needed] with the sex ratio of 970 female per 1000 male. Males constitute about 52 percent of the total population and females 48 percent. The literacy rate of Shohratgarh town is about 78.08 percent, higher than the state average of 68 percent. Male literacy is 79.98 percent, and the female is 68.04 percent approx. In Shohratgarh, 15 percent of the population is under six years of age.
Transport
[edit]Shohratgarh railway station (station code–SOT) is located on the way to Gorakhpur from Gonda and connected to Gorakhpur Lucknow, Kanpur, Mumbai and New Delhi.[13] The national highways - 730 are connected to this town from Kushinagar Gorakhpur and Balrampur sravasti pilibhit as the part of India-Japan Buddhist circuit project for the roadways facility of Indian government.[citation needed]
References
[edit]- ^ "Shohratgarh Location Map". Maps of India. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- ^ "Shivpati P.G. College Shohratgarh". Shivpati P.G. College. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- ^ "Shivpati PG College, Shohratgarh". Careerindia. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- ^ "Shivpati P.G. College Shohratgarh". Official Website of Shivpati PG College. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- ^ a b c d e "Shohratgarh Nagar Panchayat City Population Census 2011-2026". Census2011.co.in. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- ^ "Shohratgarh Railway Station (SOT)". Goibibo. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- ^ "Shohratgarh Assembly constituency". Wikipedia. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- ^ a b "Shohratgarh Travel Guide: Explore the Hidden Gem of Uttar Pradesh". HECT India. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- ^ a b c d e f g h "Shohratgarh Nagar Panchayat Population Census 2011-2026". Census of India. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- ^ "Shohratgarh Location Map, Where is Shohratgarh". Mapsofindia.com. Retrieved 27 September 2019.
- ^ "Shohratgarh Railway Station (SOT) Schedule". Goibibo. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- ^ "Economic and Energy Landscape in Shohratgarh". PURE Energy. Retrieved 26 May 2026.
- ^ Ali, Saif. "Shohratgarh Station - 22 Train Departures NER/North Eastern Zone - Railway Enquiry". indiarailinfo.com. Retrieved 27 September 2019.