Shakhpur Village - Lathi, Amreli
Shakhpur is a village situated in the Lathi taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathi and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Shakhpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakhpur is 515532. The village covers a total geographical area of 2255.04 hectares and falls under the 365220 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Shakhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakhpur
As per Census 2011, Shakhpur village has a total population of 2,899 people, consisting of 1,467 males and 1,432 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,871 literate and 1,028 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakhpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,899 | 1,467 | 1,432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 175 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 102 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,871 | 1,074 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,028 | 393 | 635 |
Nearby Villages of Shakhpur
Shakhpur 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 Shakhpur
Shakhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shakhpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Shakhpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Shakhpur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakhpur 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 Shakhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shakhpur
Where is Shakhpur located?
Shakhpur village is located in Lathi Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakhpur?
Shakhpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shakhpur?
The pincode of Shakhpur is 365220.
What is the population of Shakhpur?
Shakhpur has a total population of 2,899, including 1,467 males and 1,432 females.
How many households are there in Shakhpur?
There are 622 households in Shakhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shakhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakhpur is 64.54%. Male literacy is 73.21% and female literacy is 55.66%.