Shankarpur Arazi - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Shankarpur Arazi is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Sanokhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankarpur Arazi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankarpur Arazi is 240199. The village covers a total geographical area of 4 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Shankarpur Arazi 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 Shankarpur Arazi
According to the 2011 Census, Shankarpur Arazi village had a total population of 185 people, including 97 males and 88 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.81%, with male literacy at 54.02% and female literacy at 49.37%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 50 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Shankarpur Arazi
Shankarpur Arazi 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 Shankarpur Arazi
Shankarpur Arazi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Shankarpur Arazi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Shankarpur Arazi is about 35 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 Shankarpur Arazi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankarpur Arazi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shankarpur Arazi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankarpur Arazi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shankarpur Arazi
Where is Shankarpur Arazi located?
Shankarpur Arazi village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankarpur Arazi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankarpur Arazi is Sanokhar.
What is the pincode of Shankarpur Arazi?
The pincode of Shankarpur Arazi is 813204.
What is the population of Shankarpur Arazi?
Shankarpur Arazi had a total population of 185, including 97 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Shankarpur Arazi?
Shankarpur Arazi had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankarpur Arazi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankarpur Arazi was 51.81%. Male literacy was 54.02% and female literacy was 49.37%.