Shahapur - Ramtek, Nagpur
Shahapur is a village situated in the Ramtek tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramtek and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Patharai serves as the Village Panchayat for Shahapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahapur is 535523. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.8 hectares and falls under the 441401 pincode. Ramtek is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Ramtek Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shahapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahapur village had a total population of 192 people, including 104 males and 88 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.25%, with male literacy at 67.78% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 192 | 104 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 43 | 34 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramtek to Shahapur is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Shahapur is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahapur
Where is Shahapur located?
Shahapur village is located in Ramtek Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shahapur?
The Village Panchayat of Shahapur is Patharai.
What is the pincode of Shahapur?
The pincode of Shahapur is 441401.
What is the population of Shahapur?
Shahapur had a total population of 192, including 104 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Shahapur?
Shahapur had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahapur was 67.25%. Male literacy was 67.78% and female literacy was 66.67%.