Shahpura - Thikri, Barwani
Shahpura is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Rupkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpura is 478247. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.72 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Dhamnod is the nearest town, located about 19 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpura village had a total population of 762 people, including 378 males and 384 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.69%, with male literacy at 55.52% and female literacy at 44.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 762.
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 | 762 | 378 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 61 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 762 | 378 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 176 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 202 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpura
Shahpura 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 Shahpura
Public transport in the Shahpura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhamnod to Shahpura is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Shahpura is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpura is Rupkheda.
What is the pincode of Shahpura?
The pincode of Shahpura is 451660.
What is the population of Shahpura?
Shahpura had a total population of 762, including 378 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Shahpura?
Shahpura had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpura was 49.69%. Male literacy was 55.52% and female literacy was 44.18%.