Shampur - Kelapur, Yavatmal
Shampur is a village situated in the Kelapur tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharkaoda and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Runza serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 543432. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.54 hectares and falls under the 445302 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
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 Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shampur
As per Census 2011, Shampur village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 176 males and 180 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 176 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 140 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 36 | 55 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Runza | West | 1.66 km |
| Dabha | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Joginkawada | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Karegaon(rampur) | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Pathari | South | 2.40 km |
| Meera | East | 3.57 km |
| Vrindavantakli | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Nandpur | South | 3.69 km |
| Chondi | East | 4.46 km |
| Chikhaldara | North | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shampur
Shampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pimpalkhuti, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.3 km.
| 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 Pandharkaoda to Shampur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Shampur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Kelapur Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Runza.
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 445302.
What is the population of Shampur?
Shampur has a total population of 356, including 176 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Shampur?
There are 92 households in Shampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shampur is 74.44%. Male literacy is 79.55% and female literacy is 69.44%.