Shampur - Makdi, Kondagaon
Shampur is a village situated in the Makdi tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Makdi and around 95 km from Jagdalpur. Sampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 448894. The village covers a total geographical area of 932.1 hectares and falls under the 494237 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shampur
As per Census 2011, Shampur village has a total population of 1,991 people, consisting of 958 males and 1,033 females. The village has 452 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,176 literate and 815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 879 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,991 | 958 | 1,033 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 134 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 879 | 434 | 445 |
| Literate Population | 1,176 | 655 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 815 | 303 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Shampur
Shampur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Maragaon | East | 2.26 km |
| Bhogadi | South | 3.22 km |
| Hukkabedapathari | North | 3.28 km |
| Dandwan | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Kerawahi | West | 4.25 km |
| Indagaon | South | 4.26 km |
| Labha | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Katagaon | North-East | 6.10 km |
| Manjhiborand | North-West | 6.67 km |
| Balond | North | 6.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shampur
Shampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jagdalpur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Shampur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Shampur is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Makdi Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Sampur.
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 494237.
What is the population of Shampur?
Shampur has a total population of 1,991, including 958 males and 1,033 females.
How many households are there in Shampur?
There are 452 households in Shampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shampur is 59.07%. Male literacy is 68.37% and female literacy is 50.44%.