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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Shepupada village has a total population of 606 people, consisting of 313 males and 293 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 286 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 589 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shepupada are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Shepupada?
The Gram Panchayat of Shepupada is Bapkheda.
What is the pincode of Shepupada?
The pincode of Shepupada is 423502.
What is the population of Shepupada?
Shepupada has a total population of 606, including 313 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Shepupada?
There are 110 households in Shepupada.
What is the literacy rate in Shepupada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shepupada is 47.19%. Male literacy is 53.04% and female literacy is 40.96%.