Kedarpur - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Kedarpur is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Devri Purani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kedarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kedarpur is 489745. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.15 hectares and falls under the 482003 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kedarpur 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 Kedarpur
As per Census 2011, Kedarpur village has a total population of 375 people, consisting of 196 males and 179 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kedarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 375 | 196 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 139 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 57 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Kedarpur
Kedarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bambabari | North | 1.23 km |
| Sarra1 | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Deori (bhorgarh) | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Ahmadpur | East | 1.67 km |
| Patharphodi | North | 2.35 km |
| Mihagawan (chargawan) | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Tumra | North | 3.01 km |
| Sunwara | South | 3.30 km |
| Bhandi | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Badhaiya Khera | East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kedarpur
Kedarpur 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 37.3 km.
| 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 Shahpura to Kedarpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Kedarpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kedarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kedarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kedarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kedarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kedarpur
Where is Kedarpur located?
Kedarpur village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kedarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kedarpur is Devri Purani.
What is the pincode of Kedarpur?
The pincode of Kedarpur is 482003.
What is the population of Kedarpur?
Kedarpur has a total population of 375, including 196 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Kedarpur?
There are 85 households in Kedarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kedarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kedarpur is 61.87%. Male literacy is 70.92% and female literacy is 51.96%.