Shampur - Kahalgaon, Bhagalpur
Shampur is a village situated in the Kahalgaon subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from Colgong and around 38 km from Bhagalpur. Shyam Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 239121. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 813203 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shampur
As per Census 2011, Shampur village has a total population of 4,497 people, consisting of 2,401 males and 2,096 females. The village has 884 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 854 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,499 literate and 1,998 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 494 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,497 | 2,401 | 2,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 854 | 454 | 400 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 494 | 260 | 234 |
| Literate Population | 2,499 | 1,456 | 1,043 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,998 | 945 | 1,053 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Shampur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Shampur is about 38 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Kahalgaon Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Shyam Pur.
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 813203.
What is the population of Shampur?
Shampur has a total population of 4,497, including 2,401 males and 2,096 females.
How many households are there in Shampur?
There are 884 households in Shampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shampur is 55.57%. Male literacy is 60.64% and female literacy is 49.76%.