Kamalpur - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Kamalpur is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Kamalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamalpur is 456248. The village covers a total geographical area of 960.23 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kamalpur
As per Census 2011, Kamalpur village has a total population of 2,828 people, consisting of 1,512 males and 1,316 females. The village has 606 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 479 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,561 literate and 1,267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,828 | 1,512 | 1,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 252 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 237 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,561 | 1,026 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,267 | 486 | 781 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garetha | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Manpur | West | 3.67 km |
| Bhitargawan | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Jungipur | East | 4.51 km |
| Manguli | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Himmatpur Adhrani | West | 5.18 km |
| Gajaura | South-West | 5.97 km |
| Bhagwantpura | North-West | 6.34 km |
| Devkheda | North-East | 6.59 km |
| Padra | South | 6.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamalpur
Kamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Basai, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pichhore to Kamalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Kamalpur is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri 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 473995.
What is the population of Kamalpur?
Kamalpur has a total population of 2,828, including 1,512 males and 1,316 females.
How many households are there in Kamalpur?
There are 606 households in Kamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamalpur is 55.20%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 40.65%.