Shahar Telpa - Karpi, Arwal
Shahar Telpa is a village situated in the Karpi subdivision of Arwal district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karpi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arwal. Shahar Telpa Panchayat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahar Telpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahar Telpa is 260765. The village covers a total geographical area of 974 hectares and falls under the 804419 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shahar Telpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahar Telpa
As per Census 2011, Shahar Telpa village has a total population of 9,599 people, consisting of 5,029 males and 4,570 females. The village has 1,711 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,864 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,323 literate and 4,276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,545 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahar Telpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,599 | 5,029 | 4,570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,864 | 959 | 905 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,545 | 827 | 718 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,323 | 3,277 | 2,046 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,276 | 1,752 | 2,524 |
Nearby Villages of Shahar Telpa
Shahar Telpa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chauhar Chak | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Pakri | East | 2.43 km |
| Kudrasi | North | 2.49 km |
| Chauhar | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Kharasin | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Belkharakhas | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Keal | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Zindapur | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Katesar | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Rampur Chauram | North | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahar Telpa
Shahar Telpa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charpokhari Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arwal to Shahar Telpa is about 30 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 Shahar Telpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahar Telpa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shahar Telpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahar Telpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahar Telpa
Where is Shahar Telpa located?
Shahar Telpa village is located in Karpi Subdivision, Arwal district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahar Telpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahar Telpa is Shahar Telpa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahar Telpa?
The pincode of Shahar Telpa is 804419.
What is the population of Shahar Telpa?
Shahar Telpa has a total population of 9,599, including 5,029 males and 4,570 females.
How many households are there in Shahar Telpa?
There are 1,711 households in Shahar Telpa.
What is the literacy rate in Shahar Telpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahar Telpa is 55.45%. Male literacy is 65.16% and female literacy is 44.77%.