Shahpur - Kurwai, Vidisha
Shahpur is a village situated in the Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurwai and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Pnabar (hinota) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 480998. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.87 hectares and falls under the 464224 pincode. Kurwai is the nearest town, located about 5 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 192 people, consisting of 102 males and 90 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 79 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 23 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Public transport in the Shahpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shahpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurwai to Shahpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Shahpur is about 73 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Kurwai Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Pnabar (hinota).
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 464224.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 192, including 102 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 43 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 70.31%. Male literacy is 77.45% and female literacy is 62.22%.