Shahpura Mal - Harsud, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Shahpura Mal is a village situated in the Harsud tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harsud and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Shahpura Mal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpura Mal is 505506. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.6 hectares and falls under the 450116 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Shahpura Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpura Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpura Mal village had a total population of 725 people, including 384 males and 341 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 85.27% and female literacy at 60.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 231.
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 | 725 | 384 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 113 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 272 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 112 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpura Mal
Shahpura Mal 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 Mal
Shahpura Mal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khandwa to Shahpura Mal is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpura Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpura Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpura Mal
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 Mal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahpura Mal
Where is Shahpura Mal located?
Shahpura Mal village is located in Harsud Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpura Mal?
Shahpura Mal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahpura Mal?
The pincode of Shahpura Mal is 450116.
What is the population of Shahpura Mal?
Shahpura Mal had a total population of 725, including 384 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Shahpura Mal?
Shahpura Mal had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpura Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpura Mal was 73.68%. Male literacy was 85.27% and female literacy was 60.70%.