Shahuda - Kaprada, Valsad
Shahuda is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Shahuda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahuda is 523600. The village covers a total geographical area of 739.78 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Shahuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahuda
According to the 2011 Census, Shahuda village had a total population of 1,484 people, including 757 males and 727 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.11%, with male literacy at 55.79% and female literacy at 37.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,483.
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 | 1,484 | 757 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 144 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,483 | 756 | 727 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 342 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 415 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Shahuda
Shahuda 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 Shahuda
Shahuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dharampur to Shahuda is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Shahuda is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahuda 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 Shahuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahuda
Where is Shahuda located?
Shahuda village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahuda?
Shahuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahuda?
The pincode of Shahuda is 396067.
What is the population of Shahuda?
Shahuda had a total population of 1,484, including 757 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Shahuda?
Shahuda had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahuda was 47.11%. Male literacy was 55.79% and female literacy was 37.93%.