Shapar - Sayla, Surendranagar
Shapar is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Shapar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shapar is 512435. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.9 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shapar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shapar
According to the 2011 Census, Shapar village had a total population of 1,197 people, including 637 males and 560 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.47%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 51.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,197 | 637 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 91 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 442 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 195 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Shapar
Shapar 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 Shapar
Public transport in the Shapar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chotila to Shapar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Shapar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shapar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shapar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shapar
Where is Shapar located?
Shapar village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shapar?
Shapar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shapar?
The pincode of Shapar is 363520.
What is the population of Shapar?
Shapar had a total population of 1,197, including 637 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Shapar?
Shapar had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shapar was 67.47%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 51.21%.