Shahbazpur - Forbesganj, Araria
Shahbazpur is a village situated in the Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Forbesganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Sahbazpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahbazpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahbazpur is 221633. The village covers a total geographical area of 347 hectares and falls under the 854316 pincode. Farbisganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shahbazpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahbazpur
As per Census 2011, Shahbazpur village has a total population of 4,880 people, consisting of 2,550 males and 2,330 females. The village has 988 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 966 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,983 literate and 2,897 illiterate residents. Additionally, 780 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahbazpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,880 | 2,550 | 2,330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 966 | 471 | 495 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 780 | 389 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 1,983 | 1,277 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,897 | 1,273 | 1,624 |
Nearby Villages of Shahbazpur
Shahbazpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaladaspur | South | 0.91 km |
| Pajhea | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Kesru Dharampur | West | 1.47 km |
| Kasma | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Kumar Bigha | North | 1.81 km |
| Bahadur Bigha | South | 1.91 km |
| Channa | East | 2.30 km |
| Chatarghat | North | 2.44 km |
| Dumra | West | 2.82 km |
| Amraha | North-East | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahbazpur
Shahbazpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakand, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Farbisganj to Shahbazpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Shahbazpur is about 35 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 Shahbazpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahbazpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahbazpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahbazpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahbazpur
Where is Shahbazpur located?
Shahbazpur village is located in Forbesganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahbazpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahbazpur is Sahbazpur.
What is the pincode of Shahbazpur?
The pincode of Shahbazpur is 854316.
What is the population of Shahbazpur?
Shahbazpur has a total population of 4,880, including 2,550 males and 2,330 females.
How many households are there in Shahbazpur?
There are 988 households in Shahbazpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahbazpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahbazpur is 40.64%. Male literacy is 50.08% and female literacy is 30.30%.