Shamalkuva - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Shamalkuva is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Shamalkuva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamalkuva is 518785. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.15 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Shamalkuva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shamalkuva
As per Census 2011, Shamalkuva village has a total population of 2,715 people, consisting of 1,392 males and 1,323 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 508 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,064 literate and 1,651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,682 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shamalkuva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,715 | 1,392 | 1,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 508 | 266 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,682 | 1,377 | 1,305 |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 648 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,651 | 744 | 907 |
Nearby Villages of Shamalkuva
Shamalkuva 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 Shamalkuva
Shamalkuva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devgadbaria to Shamalkuva is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Shamalkuva is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamalkuva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamalkuva 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 Shamalkuva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamalkuva 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shamalkuva
Where is Shamalkuva located?
Shamalkuva village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamalkuva?
Shamalkuva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shamalkuva?
The pincode of Shamalkuva is 389380.
What is the population of Shamalkuva?
Shamalkuva has a total population of 2,715, including 1,392 males and 1,323 females.
How many households are there in Shamalkuva?
There are 376 households in Shamalkuva.
What is the literacy rate in Shamalkuva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamalkuva is 39.19%. Male literacy is 46.55% and female literacy is 31.44%.