Shahajapur - Shevgaon, Ahilyanagar
Shahajapur is a village situated in the Shevgaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Shevgaon and around 58 km from Ahmadnagar. Sultanpur Khurd serves as the Village Panchayat for Shahajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahajapur is 557878. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.94 hectares and falls under the 414505 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Shahajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shevgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahajapur village had a total population of 600 people, including 304 males and 296 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.11%, with male literacy at 98.48% and female literacy at 79.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 600 | 304 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 259 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 45 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Shahajapur
Shahajapur 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 Shahajapur
Shahajapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Shahajapur is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahajapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahajapur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shahajapur
Where is Shahajapur located?
Shahajapur village is located in Shevgaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shahajapur?
The Village Panchayat of Shahajapur is Sultanpur Khurd.
What is the pincode of Shahajapur?
The pincode of Shahajapur is 414505.
What is the population of Shahajapur?
Shahajapur had a total population of 600, including 304 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Shahajapur?
Shahajapur had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahajapur was 89.11%. Male literacy was 98.48% and female literacy was 79.28%.