Shahpura - Sendhwa, Barwani
Shahpura is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Shahpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpura is 478597. The village covers a total geographical area of 716.51 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shahpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpura
As per Census 2011, Shahpura village has a total population of 3,269 people, consisting of 1,604 males and 1,665 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 738 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 717 literate and 2,552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 545 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,687 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpura are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpura
Shahpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondi | South-West | 0.76 km |
| Bawadad | North | 3.13 km |
| Bhamanya | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Muhala | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Chikhali | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Bhawargarh | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Ralawati | East | 5.00 km |
| Kakariya | North-West | 5.18 km |
| Bijapur | North | 5.46 km |
| Achhali | West | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpura
Shahpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Betavad, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| 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 Sendhwa to Shahpura is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Shahpura is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shahpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahpura
Where is Shahpura located?
Shahpura village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpura?
Shahpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahpura?
The pincode of Shahpura is 451666.
What is the population of Shahpura?
Shahpura has a total population of 3,269, including 1,604 males and 1,665 females.
How many households are there in Shahpura?
There are 466 households in Shahpura.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpura is 21.93%. Male literacy is 24.88% and female literacy is 19.10%.