Shahpura - Ichhawar, Sehore
Shahpura is a village situated in the Ichhawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ichhawar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Shahpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpura is 483212. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.8 hectares and falls under the 466115 pincode. Ichhawar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shahpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpura village had a total population of 792 people, including 419 males and 373 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.62%, with male literacy at 83.82% and female literacy at 47.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 536.
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 | 792 | 419 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 73 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 536 | 280 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 290 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 129 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpura
Shahpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devan Khedi | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Mundla | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Jamoniya Fatehpur | West | 1.93 km |
| Bagan Kheda | South | 2.16 km |
| Umar Khal | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Bijori | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Bapcha | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Parwaliya | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Ratanpur | North | 2.99 km |
| Arwaliya | North-West | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpura
Shahpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sehore, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ichhawar to Shahpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Shahpura is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 Ichhawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpura?
Shahpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahpura?
The pincode of Shahpura is 466115.
What is the population of Shahpura?
Shahpura had a total population of 792, including 419 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Shahpura?
Shahpura had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpura was 66.62%. Male literacy was 83.82% and female literacy was 47.42%.