Shanpur - Padra, Vadodara
Shanpur is a village situated in the Padra taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Shanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shanpur is 521107. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.68 hectares and falls under the 391430 pincode. Jambusar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shanpur village had a total population of 1,367 people, including 707 males and 660 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.49%, with male literacy at 87.68% and female literacy at 73.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 1,367 | 707 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 90 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 541 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 166 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Shanpur
Shanpur 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 Shanpur
Public transport in the Shanpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jambusar to Shanpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Shanpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shanpur
Where is Shanpur located?
Shanpur village is located in Padra Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shanpur?
Shanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shanpur?
The pincode of Shanpur is 391430.
What is the population of Shanpur?
Shanpur had a total population of 1,367, including 707 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Shanpur?
Shanpur had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shanpur was 80.49%. Male literacy was 87.68% and female literacy was 73.08%.