Shahpura - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Shahpura is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Shahapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpura is 506110. The village covers a total geographical area of 557.75 hectares and falls under the 450661 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shahpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpura
As per Census 2011, Shahpura village has a total population of 2,198 people, consisting of 1,135 males and 1,063 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,188 literate and 1,010 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 417 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,198 | 1,135 | 1,063 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 161 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 417 | 213 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 738 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,010 | 397 | 613 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpura
Shahpura 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
Shahpura 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 >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 Khandwa to Shahpura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpura
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 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 Shahpura
Where is Shahpura located?
Shahpura village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpura is Shahapura.
What is the pincode of Shahpura?
The pincode of Shahpura is 450661.
What is the population of Shahpura?
Shahpura has a total population of 2,198, including 1,135 males and 1,063 females.
How many households are there in Shahpura?
There are 514 households in Shahpura.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpura is 54.05%. Male literacy is 65.02% and female literacy is 42.33%.