Shamalpur

Shamalpur is a village located in Bhiloda taluka of Sabar Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiloda (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Himatnagar. As per 2009 stats, Shamalpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Shamalpur has its own place in the vibrant Sabar Kantha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shamalpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamalpur is 510281. The village spans a total geographical area of 291.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 383355. Bhiloda is nearest town to Shamalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shamalpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Shamalpur

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Shamalpur

Below is a concise population overview of Shamalpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,435 749 686
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 167 99 68
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 408 214 194
Literate Population 997 594 403
Illiterate Population 438 155 283

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shamalpur village:

  • The total population of Shamalpur village is around 1,435, including approximately 749 males and 686 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Shamalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shamalpur village has 408 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shamalpur village is about 69.48%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 58.75%.
  • There are around 309 households in Shamalpur village.

Connectivity of Shamalpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shamalpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shamalpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Shamalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamalpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shamalpur

Where is Shamalpur located?
Shamalpur village is situated in Bhiloda Taluka, within the Sabar Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamalpur?
Shamalpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shamalpur?
The pincode of Shamalpur is 383355, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shamalpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamalpur is 1,435, with 749 males and 686 females.
How many households are there in Shamalpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shamalpur village has a total of 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamalpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamalpur is 69.48%. The male literacy rate is 79.31%, while the female literacy rate is 58.75%.