Shamalpur - Shamlaji, Arvalli
Shamalpur is a village situated in the Shamlaji taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Bhiloda and around 50 km from Himatnagar. Shamalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamalpur is 510281. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.21 hectares and falls under the 383355 pincode. Bhiloda is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shamalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamalpur village had a total population of 1,435 people, including 749 males and 686 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.63%, with male literacy at 91.38% and female literacy at 65.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 408.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,435 | 749 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 99 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 214 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 997 | 594 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 155 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Shamalpur
Shamalpur 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 Shamalpur
Public transport in the Shamalpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhiloda to Shamalpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Shamalpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shamalpur
Where is Shamalpur located?
Shamalpur village is located in Shamlaji Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamalpur?
Shamalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shamalpur?
The pincode of Shamalpur is 383355.
What is the population of Shamalpur?
Shamalpur had a total population of 1,435, including 749 males and 686 females.
How many households are there in Shamalpur?
Shamalpur had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamalpur was 78.63%. Male literacy was 91.38% and female literacy was 65.21%.