Shahapur (Sorta) - Arvi, Wardha
Shahapur (Sorta) is a village situated in the Arvi tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arvi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Nizampur serves as the Village Panchayat for Shahapur (Sorta) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahapur (Sorta) is 533866. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.34 hectares and falls under the 442302 pincode. Pulgaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shahapur (Sorta) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahapur (Sorta)
According to the 2011 Census, Shahapur (Sorta) village had a total population of 11 people, including 5 males and 6 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Shahapur (Sorta)
Shahapur (Sorta) 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 (Sorta)
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shahapur (Sorta).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Pulgaon to Shahapur (Sorta) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Shahapur (Sorta) is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahapur (Sorta)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahapur (Sorta) 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 Shahapur (Sorta)
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 (Sorta) 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 Shahapur (Sorta)
Where is Shahapur (Sorta) located?
Shahapur (Sorta) village is located in Arvi Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shahapur (Sorta)?
The Village Panchayat of Shahapur (Sorta) is Nizampur.
What is the pincode of Shahapur (Sorta)?
The pincode of Shahapur (Sorta) is 442302.
What is the population of Shahapur (Sorta)?
Shahapur (Sorta) had a total population of 11, including 5 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Shahapur (Sorta)?
Shahapur (Sorta) had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahapur (Sorta)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahapur (Sorta) was 90.91%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.