Uttar Pradesh ·
Shahjahanpur
A Rohilkhand district town on the Garra river, remembered as the birthplace of freedom fighters Ashfaqulla Khan and Ram Prasad Bismil. Shahjahanpur was founded in the 17th century and named for Emperor Shah Jahan, but it is best remembered in modern India as the hometown of Ashfaqulla Khan and Ram Prasad Bismil, revolutionaries executed for their role in the 1925 Kakori train robbery against British colonial rule.
Shahjahanpur at a Glance
Why Shahjahanpur?
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- Tilhar
- Powayan
- Jalalabad
- Nigohi
Shahjahanpur at a Glance
Essential travel information to understand Shahjahanpur before planning your visit.
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Places to Visit
- Tilhar: A tehsil town in Shahjahanpur district.
- Powayan: A tehsil town in Shahjahanpur district.
- Jalalabad: A tehsil town in Shahjahanpur district.
- Nigohi: A tehsil town in Shahjahanpur district.
Sightseeing Places
- Tilhar: A tehsil town in Shahjahanpur district.
- Powayan: A tehsil town in Shahjahanpur district.
- Jalalabad: A tehsil town in Shahjahanpur district.
- Nigohi: A tehsil town in Shahjahanpur district.
Places That Define Shahjahanpur
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Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Way
- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Bareilly Air Force Station (BEK), about 75 km from Shahjahanpur.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Shahjahanpur cort railway station, about 1 km from central Shahjahanpur.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Shahjahanpur (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–36°C with about 38 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Shahjahanpur (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–32°C with about 284 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Shahjahanpur (Oct, Nov) averages 17–28°C with about 20 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Shahjahanpur (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 10–21°C with about 7 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 36°C and lows of 25°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: It is located between Bareilly and Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh.
- Overview: It is located between Bareilly and Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh.
- Ancient History: Shahjahanpur was established by Diler Khan and Bahadur Khan, sons of Darya Khan, a soldier in army of the Mughal emperor Jahangir. Darya Khan was originally from Kandahar, in modern-day Afghanistan. Both Diler Khan and Bahadur Khan were dignitaries in the regime of Shah Jahan.
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Significance
Shahjahanpur was established by Diler Khan and Bahadur Khan, sons of Darya Khan, a soldier in army of the Mughal emperor Jahangir. Darya Khan was originally from Kandahar, in modern-day Afghanistan.
Historical Significance
Shahjahanpur was established by Diler Khan and Bahadur Khan, sons of Darya Khan, a soldier in army of the Mughal emperor Jahangir. Darya Khan was originally from Kandahar, in modern-day Afghanistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Shahjahanpur is most comfortable in January, February, March, October and November, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 36°C) and the wettest months are July, August and September.
The nearest airport is Bareilly Air Force Station (BEK), about 75 km away. The nearest railway station is Shahjahanpur cort railway station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Tilhar, Powayan, Jalalabad and Nigohi.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 19°C to 36°C over the year, with about 1045 mm of rain in total.
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