Shapur - Mangrol, Junagadh
Shapur is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Shapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shapur is 514832. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.27 hectares and falls under the 362225 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shapur 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 Shapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shapur village had a total population of 3,970 people, including 2,018 males and 1,952 females, living in 758 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.79%, with male literacy at 83.41% and female literacy at 61.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 504, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,529.
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 | 3,970 | 2,018 | 1,952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 582 | 276 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 266 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,529 | 788 | 741 |
| Literate Population | 2,466 | 1,453 | 1,013 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,504 | 565 | 939 |
Nearby Villages of Shapur
Shapur 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 Shapur
Shapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrol to Shapur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Shapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shapur
Where is Shapur located?
Shapur village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shapur?
Shapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shapur?
The pincode of Shapur is 362225.
What is the population of Shapur?
Shapur had a total population of 3,970, including 2,018 males and 1,952 females.
How many households are there in Shapur?
Shapur had 758 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shapur was 72.79%. Male literacy was 83.41% and female literacy was 61.54%.