Shaifganj

Shaifganj is a village located in Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Forbesganj (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Saifganj is the gram panchayat of Shaifganj village.

Shaifganj has its own place in the vibrant Araria region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shaifganj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shaifganj is 221541. The village spans a total geographical area of 722 hectares. Farbusganj is nearest town to Shaifganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Shaifganj

Below is a concise population overview of Shaifganj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,038 3,614 3,424
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,424 734 690
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,721 877 844
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,086 554 532
Literate Population 2,632 1,601 1,031
Illiterate Population 4,406 2,013 2,393

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shaifganj village:

  • The total population of Shaifganj village is around 7,038, including approximately 3,614 males and 3,424 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,424 children aged 0–6 years in Shaifganj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shaifganj village has 1,721 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,086 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shaifganj village is about 37.40%, with male literacy at 44.30% and female literacy at 30.11%.
  • There are around 1,391 households in Shaifganj village.

Connectivity of Shaifganj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shaifganj. As per the 2011 stats, Shaifganj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shaifganj

Knowing the nearby villages of Shaifganj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shaifganj.

Arraha Lachhmipur Ganj Bhag Mahachanda Mirzapur Shankarpur Bhagparwaha Musahari Sukhirampur Dholbaja Dakripur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shaifganj

Where is Shaifganj located?
Shaifganj village is situated in Forbesganj Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shaifganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Shaifganj is Saifganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shaifganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaifganj is 7,038, with 3,614 males and 3,424 females.
How many households are there in Shaifganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shaifganj village has a total of 1,391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shaifganj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaifganj is 37.40%. The male literacy rate is 44.30%, while the female literacy rate is 30.11%.