Shantipura - Malia Hatina, Junagadh
Shantipura is a village situated in the Malia Hatina taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Malia and around 75 km from Junagadh. Shantipura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shantipura is 514897. The village covers a total geographical area of 592.26 hectares and falls under the 362255 pincode. Chorvad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shantipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mangrol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shantipura
As per Census 2011, Shantipura village has a total population of 1,973 people, consisting of 969 males and 1,004 females. The village has 315 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,354 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shantipura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,973 | 969 | 1,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,354 | 738 | 616 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 231 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Shantipura
Shantipura 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 Shantipura
Public transport in the Shantipura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shantipura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chorvad to Shantipura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Shantipura is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shantipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shantipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shantipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shantipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shantipura
Where is Shantipura located?
Shantipura village is located in Malia Hatina Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shantipura?
Shantipura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shantipura?
The pincode of Shantipura is 362255.
What is the population of Shantipura?
Shantipura has a total population of 1,973, including 969 males and 1,004 females.
How many households are there in Shantipura?
There are 315 households in Shantipura.
What is the literacy rate in Shantipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shantipura is 68.63%. Male literacy is 76.16% and female literacy is 61.35%.