Shahapur
Shahapur is a village located in Mehkar tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Mehkar (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Shahapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shahapur unique in its vibrant Mehkar-Buldana region. You’ll see Shahapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shahapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahapur is 529043. The village spans a total geographical area of 600 hectares. Mehkar is nearest town to Shahapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Shahapur
Population of Shahapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahapur has a total population of about 1,037, with approximately 547 males and 490 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 439 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.76%, with male literacy at about 75.69% and female literacy near 61.02%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shahapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,037 | 547 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 89 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 225 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 713 | 414 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 133 | 191 |
Connectivity of Shahapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahapur. As per the 2011 stats, Shahapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahapur
- Where is Shahapur located?
- Shahapur village is situated in Mehkar Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahapur?
- Shahapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shahapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahapur is 1,037, with 547 males and 490 females.
- How many households are there in Shahapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahapur village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahapur is 68.76%. The male literacy rate is 75.69%, while the female literacy rate is 61.02%.