Shahdesar - Una, Gir Somnath
Shahdesar is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Una and around 170 km from Junagadh. Shahdesar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahdesar is 515351. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.99 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shahdesar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahdesar
According to the 2011 Census, Shahdesar village had a total population of 1,960 people, including 995 males and 965 females, living in 346 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.41%, with male literacy at 80.31% and female literacy at 52.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 286.
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 | 1,960 | 995 | 965 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 162 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 135 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,105 | 669 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 326 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Shahdesar
Shahdesar 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 Shahdesar
Public transport in the Shahdesar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shahdesar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Shahdesar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Shahdesar is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahdesar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahdesar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shahdesar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahdesar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahdesar
Where is Shahdesar located?
Shahdesar village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahdesar?
Shahdesar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahdesar?
The pincode of Shahdesar is 362560.
What is the population of Shahdesar?
Shahdesar had a total population of 1,960, including 995 males and 965 females.
How many households are there in Shahdesar?
Shahdesar had 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahdesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahdesar was 66.41%. Male literacy was 80.31% and female literacy was 52.47%.