Shampur - Shambhuganj, Banka
Shampur is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Parmanandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 240484. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 813207 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Shampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shampur
As per Census 2011, Shampur village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 111 males and 116 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 111 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 55 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 56 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Shampur
Shampur 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 Shampur
Shampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Shampur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Shampur is about 45 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Parmanandpur.
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 813207.
What is the population of Shampur?
Shampur has a total population of 227, including 111 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Shampur?
There are 37 households in Shampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shampur is 37.44%. Male literacy is 49.55% and female literacy is 25.86%.