Kamalpur - Kalapipal, Shajapur
Kamalpur is a village situated in the Kalapipal tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalapipal and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Kamalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalpur is 473129. The village covers a total geographical area of 1424.2 hectares and falls under the 465337 pincode. Shujalpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalapipal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamalpur
As per Census 2011, Kamalpur village has a total population of 3,039 people, consisting of 1,600 males and 1,439 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,714 literate and 1,325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 489 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,039 | 1,600 | 1,439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 237 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 489 | 275 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,714 | 1,057 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,325 | 543 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Kamalpur
Kamalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ilahi | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Tungni | South | 3.12 km |
| Ramdi | East | 3.41 km |
| Gunjary | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Bishan Khedi | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Ugli | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Chouki Niranjanpur | South | 4.34 km |
| Iklera | North | 5.14 km |
| Nipanya Khanjar | East | 5.19 km |
| Bhimpura Behrawal | West | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamalpur
Kamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chakrod, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 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 Shujalpur to Kamalpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Kamalpur is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kamalpur
Where is Kamalpur located?
Kamalpur village is located in Kalapipal Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kamalpur?
The pincode of Kamalpur is 465337.
What is the population of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur has a total population of 3,039, including 1,600 males and 1,439 females.
How many households are there in Kamalpur?
There are 543 households in Kamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalpur is 56.40%. Male literacy is 66.06% and female literacy is 45.66%.