Ahmadpur - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Ahmadpur is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Ahmadpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahmadpur is 489735. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.46 hectares and falls under the 482003 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Ahmadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahmadpur
As per Census 2011, Ahmadpur village has a total population of 1,983 people, consisting of 1,037 males and 946 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,463 literate and 520 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahmadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,983 | 1,037 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 137 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 100 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,463 | 828 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 209 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Ahmadpur
Ahmadpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kedarpur | West | 1.67 km |
| Bambabari | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Badhaiya Khera | East | 2.01 km |
| Mihagawan (chargawan) | North | 2.18 km |
| Sarra1 | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Khairwa | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Patharphodi | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Deori (bhorgarh) | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Sunwara | South | 3.04 km |
| Oriya | East | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ahmadpur
Ahmadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Ahmadpur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Ahmadpur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahmadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahmadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ahmadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahmadpur 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 Ahmadpur
Where is Ahmadpur located?
Ahmadpur village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahmadpur?
Ahmadpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ahmadpur?
The pincode of Ahmadpur is 482003.
What is the population of Ahmadpur?
Ahmadpur has a total population of 1,983, including 1,037 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Ahmadpur?
There are 432 households in Ahmadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Ahmadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahmadpur is 73.78%. Male literacy is 79.85% and female literacy is 67.12%.