Shahpur - Majhgawan, Satna
Shahpur is a village situated in the Majhgawan tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhgawan and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Sahpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 463210. The village covers a total geographical area of 1705.09 hectares and falls under the 485331 pincode. Majhgawan is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 2,473 people, consisting of 1,309 males and 1,164 females. The village has 574 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,300 literate and 1,173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,473 | 1,309 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 246 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 145 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,300 | 788 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,173 | 521 | 652 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohani | East | 2.10 km |
| Nakaila | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Karaula | East | 3.46 km |
| Heerapur | East | 3.97 km |
| Kandar | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Jirwar | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Khohi | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Arjunpur | South | 4.85 km |
| Rajapur | South-East | 4.92 km |
| Dadhwa Manpur | North-East | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Public transport in the Shahpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Majhagawan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.1 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 Majhgawan to Shahpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Shahpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur 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 Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Majhgawan Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Sahpur.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 485331.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 2,473, including 1,309 males and 1,164 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 574 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 52.57%. Male literacy is 60.20% and female literacy is 43.99%.