Shahpura
Shahpura is a village located in Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sendhwa (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Shahpura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shahpura unique in its vibrant Sendhwa-Barwani region. You’ll see Shahpura’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 Shahpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahpura is 478597. The village spans a total geographical area of 716.51 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Shahpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shahpura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shahpura
Population of Shahpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpura has a total population of about 3,269, with approximately 1,604 males and 1,665 females. The sex ratio is around 1038 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 738 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 545 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,687. The overall literacy rate is approximately 21.93%, with male literacy at about 24.88% and female literacy near 19.10%. There are around 466 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shahpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,269 | 1,604 | 1,665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 738 | 342 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 265 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,687 | 1,323 | 1,364 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 399 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,552 | 1,205 | 1,347 |
Connectivity of Shahpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahpura. As per the 2011 stats, Shahpura 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahpura
- Where is Shahpura located?
- Shahpura village is situated in Sendhwa Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahpura?
- Shahpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shahpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahpura is 3,269, with 1,604 males and 1,665 females.
- How many households are there in Shahpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahpura village has a total of 466 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahpura is 21.93%. The male literacy rate is 24.88%, while the female literacy rate is 19.10%.