Daspur - Shahkund, Bhagalpur
Daspur is a village situated in the Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkund and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Daspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daspur is 239871. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 812006 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Daspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Daspur
As per Census 2011, Daspur village has a total population of 2,430 people, consisting of 1,298 males and 1,132 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,189 literate and 1,241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,430 | 1,298 | 1,132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 255 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 1,189 | 701 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,241 | 597 | 644 |
Nearby Villages of Daspur
Daspur 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 Daspur
Daspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Daspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Daspur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daspur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daspur
Where is Daspur located?
Daspur village is located in Shahkund Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daspur?
Daspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daspur?
The pincode of Daspur is 812006.
What is the population of Daspur?
Daspur has a total population of 2,430, including 1,298 males and 1,132 females.
How many households are there in Daspur?
There are 411 households in Daspur.
What is the literacy rate in Daspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daspur is 48.93%. Male literacy is 54.01% and female literacy is 43.11%.