Shahapur
About Shahapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shahapur village is 567140. Shahapur village is located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Shahapur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 273.32 hectares. Shahapur has a total population of 1,657 peoples, out of which male population is 837 while female population is 820. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 979 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shahapur village is 76.34% out of which 80.53% males and 72.07% females are literate. There are about 342 houses in shahapur village.
When it comes to administration, Shahapur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shahapur village comes under Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency. Kolhapur is nearest town to shahapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Shahapur
The population details of Shahapur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,657 | 837 | 820 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 148 | 81 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 390 | 193 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,265 | 674 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 163 | 229 |
Connectivity of Shahapur
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shahapur
Where is Shahapur located?
Shahapur village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur 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 1,657, with 837 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Shahapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shahapur village has a total of 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahapur is 76.34%. The male literacy rate is 80.53%, while the female literacy rate is 72.07%.