Shahpur - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Shahpur is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Shahpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 499502. The village covers a total geographical area of 424.12 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur village had a total population of 1,271 people, including 664 males and 607 females, living in 313 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.52%, with male literacy at 68.69% and female literacy at 41.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 315, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 1,271 | 664 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 121 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 165 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 373 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 291 | 397 |
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
Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Shahpur is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Shahpur is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Shahpura.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 473287.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 1,271, including 664 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 55.52%. Male literacy was 68.69% and female literacy was 41.42%.