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.
Here you can discover what makes Shamalpur unique in its vibrant Bhiloda-Sabar Kantha region. You’ll see Shamalpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
Population of Shamalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamalpur has a total population of about 1,435, with approximately 749 males and 686 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 167 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 408. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.48%, with male literacy at about 79.31% and female literacy near 58.75%. There are around 309 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamalpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.