Shahpur - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Shahpur is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Viramgam and around 70 km from Ahmadabad. Shahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 511559. The village covers a total geographical area of 4178.77 hectares and falls under the 382150 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 6,941 people, consisting of 3,570 males and 3,371 females. The village has 1,396 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,865 literate and 4,076 illiterate residents. Additionally, 263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,367 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,941 | 3,570 | 3,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,296 | 690 | 606 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 137 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,367 | 1,223 | 1,144 |
| Literate Population | 2,865 | 1,842 | 1,023 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,076 | 1,728 | 2,348 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viramgam to Shahpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Shahpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
Shahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 382150.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 6,941, including 3,570 males and 3,371 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 1,396 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 41.28%. Male literacy is 51.60% and female literacy is 30.35%.