Shahapur Kadim - Gangapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

Shahapur Kadim is a village situated in the Gangapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from Gangapur and around 30 km from Aurangabad. Nandrabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahapur Kadim village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahapur Kadim is 549372. The village covers a total geographical area of 1010 hectares and falls under the 431133 pincode. Gangapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.

Shahapur Kadim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Shahapur Kadim

According to the 2011 Census, Shahapur Kadim village had a total population of 730 people, including 373 males and 357 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.29%, with male literacy at 80.94% and female literacy at 61.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Shahapur Kadim

Shahapur Kadim 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Shahapur Kadim

Shahapur Kadim is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Potul, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangapur to Shahapur Kadim is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Shahapur Kadim is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Shahapur Kadim

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahapur Kadim village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Shahapur Kadim

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 Kadim village are given below:

FAQs about Shahapur Kadim