Shampur
Shampur is a village located in Modasa taluka of Sabar Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Modasa (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Himatnagar. As per 2009 stats, Shampur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shampur unique in its vibrant Modasa-Sabar Kantha region. You’ll see Shampur’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 Shampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shampur is 510739. The village spans a total geographical area of 385.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 383320. Modasa is nearest town to Shampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Shampur
Population of Shampur
According to the 2011 Census, Shampur has a total population of about 2,522, with approximately 1,275 males and 1,247 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 338 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 233 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.19%, with male literacy at about 73.18% and female literacy near 46.91%. There are around 536 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shampur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,522 | 1,275 | 1,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 179 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 119 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,518 | 933 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,004 | 342 | 662 |
Connectivity of Shampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shampur. As per the 2011 stats, Shampur 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 Shampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shampur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shampur
- Where is Shampur located?
- Shampur village is situated in Modasa Taluka, within the Sabar Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
- Shampur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shampur?
- The pincode of Shampur is 383320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shampur is 2,522, with 1,275 males and 1,247 females.
- How many households are there in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shampur village has a total of 536 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shampur is 60.19%. The male literacy rate is 73.18%, while the female literacy rate is 46.91%.