Shopura (Sawaipura) - Kotri, Bhilwara
Shopura (Sawaipura) is a village situated in the Kotri tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotri and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Sawaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shopura (Sawaipura) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shopura (Sawaipura) is 095814. The village covers a total geographical area of 643.65 hectares and falls under the 311603 pincode. Bhilwara is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Shopura (Sawaipura) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jahazpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhilwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shopura (Sawaipura)
According to the 2011 Census, Shopura (Sawaipura) village had a total population of 1,322 people, including 696 males and 626 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.14%, with male literacy at 63.03% and female literacy at 29.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 268, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,322 | 696 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 149 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 370 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 326 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Shopura (Sawaipura)
Shopura (Sawaipura) 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 Shopura (Sawaipura)
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Shopura (Sawaipura).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhilwara to Shopura (Sawaipura) is about 28 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 Shopura (Sawaipura)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shopura (Sawaipura) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shopura (Sawaipura)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shopura (Sawaipura) 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shopura (Sawaipura)
Where is Shopura (Sawaipura) located?
Shopura (Sawaipura) village is located in Kotri Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shopura (Sawaipura)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shopura (Sawaipura) is Sawaipur.
What is the pincode of Shopura (Sawaipura)?
The pincode of Shopura (Sawaipura) is 311603.
What is the population of Shopura (Sawaipura)?
Shopura (Sawaipura) had a total population of 1,322, including 696 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Shopura (Sawaipura)?
Shopura (Sawaipura) had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shopura (Sawaipura)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shopura (Sawaipura) was 47.14%. Male literacy was 63.03% and female literacy was 29.57%.