Shepupada - Kalwan, Nashik
Shepupada is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Bapkheda serves as the Village Panchayat for Shepupada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shepupada is 549826. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.3 hectares and falls under the 423502 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Shepupada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shepupada
According to the 2011 Census, Shepupada village had a total population of 606 people, including 313 males and 293 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.41%, with male literacy at 64.09% and female literacy at 48.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 589.
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 | 606 | 313 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 589 | 301 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 166 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 147 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Shepupada
Shepupada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jirwade (hatgad) | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Babkhede | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Kumsadi | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Jamle (ha) | South | 2.65 km |
| Daregaon (ha) | South | 2.77 km |
| Tatani | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Dhanoli | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Dalwat | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Shrungarwadi | West | 3.54 km |
| Virshet | North | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shepupada
Shepupada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.1 km.
| 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 Nashik to Shepupada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shepupada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shepupada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shepupada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shepupada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shepupada
Where is Shepupada located?
Shepupada village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shepupada?
The Village Panchayat of Shepupada is Bapkheda.
What is the pincode of Shepupada?
The pincode of Shepupada is 423502.
What is the population of Shepupada?
Shepupada had a total population of 606, including 313 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Shepupada?
Shepupada had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shepupada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shepupada was 56.41%. Male literacy was 64.09% and female literacy was 48.39%.