Shahpur - Chandla, Chhatarpur
Shahpur is a village situated in the Chandla tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandla and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Bedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 457588. The village covers a total geographical area of 549.4 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Laundi is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 1,250 people, consisting of 672 males and 578 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 709 literate and 541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,250 | 672 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 105 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 262 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 437 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 235 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur 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 Shahpur
Public transport in the Shahpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Laundi to Shahpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Shahpur is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Chandla Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Bedi.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 471405.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 1,250, including 672 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 300 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 56.72%. Male literacy is 65.03% and female literacy is 47.06%.