Shahpur - Berasia, Bhopal
Shahpur is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Chanda Saloi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 482211. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.89 hectares and falls under the 463106 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 544 people, consisting of 293 males and 251 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 544 | 293 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 107 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 186 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondipura | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Semra | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Bagapura | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Chanda Saloi | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Gujartodi | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Dariyapur | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Khitwas | South | 3.60 km |
| Pathariya | South | 4.04 km |
| Jujpura | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Borpura | South-West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dewanganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Berasia to Shahpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Shahpur 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 Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Chanda Saloi.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 463106.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 544, including 293 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 119 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 30.70%. Male literacy is 36.52% and female literacy is 23.90%.