Shahpur Magarda - Ashta, Sehore
Shahpur Magarda is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Neelbad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur Magarda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur Magarda is 482880. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.8 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shahpur Magarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpur Magarda
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur Magarda village had a total population of 119 people, including 69 males and 50 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 725 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.57%, with male literacy at 83.05% and female literacy at 55.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 119 | 69 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 49 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 20 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur Magarda
Shahpur Magarda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bala Kheda | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Pagariya Hat | South | 1.63 km |
| Neelbad | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Guradiya Khurd | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Gangal Kothri | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Dewan Khedi | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Khajuriya Kasam | North | 2.85 km |
| Ilahi | South | 3.03 km |
| Morukhedi | East | 3.49 km |
| Bandariya Daliya | South-West | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur Magarda
Shahpur Magarda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ashta to Shahpur Magarda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Shahpur Magarda is about 60 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 Shahpur Magarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur Magarda 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 Shahpur Magarda
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 Magarda 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 Magarda
Where is Shahpur Magarda located?
Shahpur Magarda village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahpur Magarda?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur Magarda is Neelbad.
What is the pincode of Shahpur Magarda?
The pincode of Shahpur Magarda is 466116.
What is the population of Shahpur Magarda?
Shahpur Magarda had a total population of 119, including 69 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur Magarda?
Shahpur Magarda had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur Magarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur Magarda was 71.57%. Male literacy was 83.05% and female literacy was 55.81%.