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
As per Census 2011, Shahpura village has a total population of 762 people, consisting of 378 males and 384 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 762 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 762 | 378 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 61 | 49 |
| 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 has a total population of 762, including 378 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Shahpura?
There are 125 households in Shahpura.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpura is 42.52%. Male literacy is 46.56% and female literacy is 38.54%.