Shahapur - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Shahapur is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Juna Dhamangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahapur is 533306. The village covers a total geographical area of 560.01 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahapur
As per Census 2011, Shahapur village has a total population of 566 people, consisting of 292 males and 274 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 292 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 68 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 238 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 54 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Shahapur
Shahapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Juna Dhamangaon | South | 1.96 km |
| Gunji | North | 2.15 km |
| Rasulpur | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Taroda | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Dabhada | East | 2.91 km |
| Gangajali | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Mirzapur | South | 3.84 km |
| Ramgaon | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Kawali | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Ashok Nagar | North | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahapur
Shahapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamangaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dattapur Dhamangaon to Shahapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Shahapur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. 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 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shahapur
Where is Shahapur located?
Shahapur village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahapur is Juna Dhamangaon.
What is the pincode of Shahapur?
The pincode of Shahapur is 444709.
What is the population of Shahapur?
Shahapur has a total population of 566, including 292 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Shahapur?
There are 149 households in Shahapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahapur is 78.80%. Male literacy is 81.51% and female literacy is 75.91%.