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
As per Census 2011, Shahuda village has a total population of 1,484 people, consisting of 757 males and 727 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 562 literate and 922 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,483 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,484 | 757 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 144 | 147 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,484, including 757 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Shahuda?
There are 254 households in Shahuda.
What is the literacy rate in Shahuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahuda is 37.87%. Male literacy is 45.18% and female literacy is 30.26%.