Shahapura - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Shahapura is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Marugad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahapura is 477925. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.11 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shahapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahapura
According to the 2011 Census, Shahapura village had a total population of 396 people, including 210 males and 186 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.81%, with male literacy at 41.46% and female literacy at 33.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 396.
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 | 396 | 210 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 46 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 210 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 68 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 142 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Shahapura
Shahapura 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 Shahapura
Shahapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhiranya to Shahapura is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Shahapura is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shahapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shahapura
Where is Shahapura located?
Shahapura village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahapura is Marugad.
What is the pincode of Shahapura?
The pincode of Shahapura is 451335.
What is the population of Shahapura?
Shahapura had a total population of 396, including 210 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Shahapura?
Shahapura had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahapura was 37.81%. Male literacy was 41.46% and female literacy was 33.97%.