Shahapur - Deglur, Nanded
Shahapur is a village situated in the Deglur tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deglur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Shahapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahapur is 545626. The village covers a total geographical area of 1535.71 hectares and falls under the 431723 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Deglur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahapur
As per Census 2011, Shahapur village has a total population of 6,259 people, consisting of 3,187 males and 3,072 females. The village has 1,364 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 686 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,787 literate and 2,472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 302 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,259 | 3,187 | 3,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 686 | 380 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,167 | 617 | 550 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 302 | 167 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 3,787 | 2,242 | 1,545 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,472 | 945 | 1,527 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur P.shahapur | North | 1.51 km |
| Sujayatpur | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Limba | North | 2.40 km |
| Tupshelgaon | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Chainpur | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Kotekallur | North | 3.26 km |
| Narangal Bk. | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Alur | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Sundgi Bk. | South | 4.07 km |
| Kare Malkapur | East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahapur
Shahapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bodhan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deglur to Shahapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Shahapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shahapur
Where is Shahapur located?
Shahapur village is located in Deglur Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahapur?
Shahapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahapur?
The pincode of Shahapur is 431723.
What is the population of Shahapur?
Shahapur has a total population of 6,259, including 3,187 males and 3,072 females.
How many households are there in Shahapur?
There are 1,364 households in Shahapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahapur is 60.50%. Male literacy is 70.35% and female literacy is 50.29%.