Shampur - Modasa, Arvalli
Shampur is a village situated in the Modasa taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Modasa and around 35 km from Himatnagar. Shampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 510739. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.7 hectares and falls under the 383320 pincode. Modasa 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 2,522 people, consisting of 1,275 males and 1,247 females. The village has 536 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,518 literate and 1,004 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,522 | 1,275 | 1,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 179 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 119 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,518 | 933 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,004 | 342 | 662 |
Nearby Villages of Shampur
Shampur 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 Shampur
Public transport in the Shampur 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 Modasa to Shampur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Shampur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Modasa Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
Shampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 383320.
What is the population of Shampur?
Shampur has a total population of 2,522, including 1,275 males and 1,247 females.
How many households are there in Shampur?
There are 536 households in Shampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shampur is 60.19%. Male literacy is 73.18% and female literacy is 46.91%.