Shahjahanpur district

Shahjahanpur is an administrative district in Bareilly division located in western Uttar Pradesh, where urban centers mix with extensive farmland across the landscape. The terrain combines agricultural areas with expanding towns and villages across its moderate elevation.

The district was founded during the Mughal Empire in the mid-17th century when Shah Jahan authorized fortifications to be built in the area. This establishment marked the beginning of permanent urban settlement in the region.

The region reflects North Indian traditions through the languages spoken in daily life, with Hindi and Urdu woven into conversations across communities. Religious and folk celebrations structure the year and bring people together in shared moments.

National Highway 30 connects the district to larger cities in the region, making it easy to travel between different areas. The railway line running between Lucknow and Moradabad also passes through, offering another way to arrive and leave the district.

The district was home to freedom fighter Ram Prasad Bismil, whose legacy remains known in the region today. He played a role in important moments during India's struggle for independence and left behind a mark on the area's history.

Location: Bareilly division

Capital city: Shahjahanpur

Shares border with: Bareilly district, Hardoi district

Website: http://shahjahanpur.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 28.00000,79.83333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:20