Shahpur (Santokpura) - Kheralu, Mahesana
Shahpur (Santokpura) is a village situated in the Kheralu taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Vithoda-shahpur(khe) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur (Santokpura) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur (Santokpura) is 509210. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.52 hectares and falls under the 384325 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shahpur (Santokpura) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur (Santokpura)
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur (Santokpura) village had a total population of 456 people, including 240 males and 216 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.12%, with male literacy at 90.14% and female literacy at 67.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 456 | 240 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 192 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 48 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur (Santokpura)
Shahpur (Santokpura) 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 Shahpur (Santokpura)
Public transport in the Shahpur (Santokpura) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shahpur (Santokpura).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheralu to Shahpur (Santokpura) is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Shahpur (Santokpura) is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur (Santokpura)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur (Santokpura) 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpur (Santokpura)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur (Santokpura) 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 Shahpur (Santokpura)
Where is Shahpur (Santokpura) located?
Shahpur (Santokpura) village is located in Kheralu Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur (Santokpura)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur (Santokpura) is Vithoda-shahpur(khe).
What is the pincode of Shahpur (Santokpura)?
The pincode of Shahpur (Santokpura) is 384325.
What is the population of Shahpur (Santokpura)?
Shahpur (Santokpura) had a total population of 456, including 240 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur (Santokpura)?
Shahpur (Santokpura) had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur (Santokpura)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur (Santokpura) was 79.12%. Male literacy was 90.14% and female literacy was 67.01%.