Shahapur - Barshitakli, Akola
Shahapur is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Songiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahapur is 530432. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 444401 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shahapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahapur village had a total population of 180 people, including 93 males and 87 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.01%, with male literacy at 90.24% and female literacy at 71.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 19 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Shahapur
Shahapur 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 Shahapur
Shahapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shahapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akola to Shahapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahapur 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 Shahapur
Where is Shahapur located?
Shahapur village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahapur is Songiri.
What is the pincode of Shahapur?
The pincode of Shahapur is 444401.
What is the population of Shahapur?
Shahapur had a total population of 180, including 93 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Shahapur?
Shahapur had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahapur was 81.01%. Male literacy was 90.24% and female literacy was 71.05%.