Shamlasar - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Shamlasar is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from Dwarka and around 161 km from Jamnagar. Shamlasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamlasar is 513450. The village covers a total geographical area of 1901.99 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Mithapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Shamlasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shamlasar
As per Census 2011, Shamlasar village has a total population of 1,251 people, consisting of 620 males and 631 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 565 literate and 686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shamlasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,251 | 620 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 565 | 343 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 277 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Shamlasar
Shamlasar 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 Shamlasar
Shamlasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Shamlasar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mithapur to Shamlasar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Shamlasar is about 161 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamlasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamlasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shamlasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamlasar 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 Shamlasar
Where is Shamlasar located?
Shamlasar village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamlasar?
Shamlasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shamlasar?
The pincode of Shamlasar is 361335.
What is the population of Shamlasar?
Shamlasar has a total population of 1,251, including 620 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Shamlasar?
There are 223 households in Shamlasar.
What is the literacy rate in Shamlasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamlasar is 45.16%. Male literacy is 55.32% and female literacy is 35.18%.