Shapur - Vanthali, Junagadh
Shapur is a village situated in the Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vanthali and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Shapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shapur is 514420. The village covers a total geographical area of 1845 hectares and falls under the 362205 pincode. Vanthali is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shapur
As per Census 2011, Shapur village has a total population of 8,108 people, consisting of 4,237 males and 3,871 females. The village has 1,798 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 757 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,850 literate and 2,258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 722 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 246 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,108 | 4,237 | 3,871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 757 | 413 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 722 | 361 | 361 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 133 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 5,850 | 3,362 | 2,488 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,258 | 875 | 1,383 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. Shapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vanthali to Shapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Shapur is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shapur
Where is Shapur located?
Shapur village is located in Vanthali 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 362205.
What is the population of Shapur?
Shapur has a total population of 8,108, including 4,237 males and 3,871 females.
How many households are there in Shapur?
There are 1,798 households in Shapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shapur is 72.15%. Male literacy is 79.35% and female literacy is 64.27%.