Shampur - Wardha
Shampur is a village situated in the Wardha tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Wardha, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dhotra (rly) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 534090. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.47 hectares and falls under the 442001 pincode.
Shampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wardha Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Shampur
Shampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salod (hirapur) | South | 1.60 km |
| Padhegaon | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Nagthana | North | 2.34 km |
| Rotha | North | 3.73 km |
| Malegaon | South | 3.90 km |
| Hirapur | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Paloti | South | 4.18 km |
| Meghapur | South-West | 4.99 km |
| Jamtha | South-East | 5.03 km |
| Inzapur | East | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shampur
Public transport in the Shampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wardha Jn, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Wardha to Shampur is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shampur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Wardha Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Dhotra (rly).
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 442001.