Shahpura - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Shahpura is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Kupi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpura is 458382. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.23 hectares and falls under the 471408 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Shahpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpura village had a total population of 168 people, including 95 males and 73 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 768 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.43%, with male literacy at 73.81% and female literacy at 55.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 168 | 95 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 62 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 33 | 40 |
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
Shahpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bijawar to Shahpura is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Shahpura is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 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 Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpura is Kupi.
What is the pincode of Shahpura?
The pincode of Shahpura is 471408.
What is the population of Shahpura?
Shahpura had a total population of 168, including 95 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Shahpura?
Shahpura had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpura was 66.43%. Male literacy was 73.81% and female literacy was 55.93%.