Shahpur Jat is an urban village located near Hauz Khas, in the South Delhi district of Delhi, India.
History
Ruins of Siri Fort wall.
When the Siri Fort was abandoned, Jats moved to the Shahpur Jat area, being attracted to the fertile lands.[1]
Demography
Presently the demography of Shahpur Jat is made up mostly of Jats, Jatav (Tanwar`s) & Brahmins, Baniya and Valmiki are also residents of the village. In 1965, the land was acquired by Central Government to construct Asiad Village. Increasingly people from other places in India are moving into the urban village and also foreigners are attracted by the low rents, parking space, lifestyle, monuments and green belt.
Architecture
Baradari in Shahpur Jat.
Shahpur Jat is a very old village featuring traditional havelis like DARAJIA POLI, SIRI FORT HAVELI and the remains of the historical capital city Siri Fort, such as the stretches of the thick city walls, all surrounded by 20th century apartment and office buildings.[2] The area is currently[when?] undergoing urban greening and rejuvenation, partially due to the activities of local NGOs.[citation needed]
