Shamaldevi - Kalol, Panch Mahals
Shamaldevi is a village situated in the Kalol taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalol and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Shamaldevi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamaldevi is 518687. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.55 hectares and falls under the 389310 pincode. Kalol is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shamaldevi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shamaldevi
As per Census 2011, Shamaldevi village has a total population of 3,226 people, consisting of 1,702 males and 1,524 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,273 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shamaldevi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,226 | 1,702 | 1,524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 238 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,273 | 1,399 | 874 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 303 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Shamaldevi
Shamaldevi 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 Shamaldevi
Public transport in the Shamaldevi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Shamaldevi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kalol to Shamaldevi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Shamaldevi is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamaldevi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamaldevi 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 Shamaldevi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamaldevi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shamaldevi
Where is Shamaldevi located?
Shamaldevi village is located in Kalol Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamaldevi?
Shamaldevi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shamaldevi?
The pincode of Shamaldevi is 389310.
What is the population of Shamaldevi?
Shamaldevi has a total population of 3,226, including 1,702 males and 1,524 females.
How many households are there in Shamaldevi?
There are 640 households in Shamaldevi.
What is the literacy rate in Shamaldevi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamaldevi is 70.46%. Male literacy is 82.20% and female literacy is 57.35%.