Shampur

Shampur is a village located in Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Alinagar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Narma Navnagar is the gram panchayat of Shampur village.

Shampur has its own place in the vibrant Darbhanga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shampur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shampur is 227232. The village spans a total geographical area of 168 hectares. Benipur is nearest town to Shampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Shampur

Below is a concise population overview of Shampur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,530 1,859 1,671
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 769 414 355
Scheduled Castes (SC) 381 205 176
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,183 843 340
Illiterate Population 2,347 1,016 1,331

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shampur village:

  • The total population of Shampur village is around 3,530, including approximately 1,859 males and 1,671 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 769 children aged 0–6 years in Shampur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shampur village has 381 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shampur village is about 33.51%, with male literacy at 45.35% and female literacy at 20.35%.
  • There are around 701 households in Shampur village.

Connectivity of Shampur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shampur. As per the 2011 stats, Shampur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shampur

Knowing the nearby villages of Shampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shampur.

Sisouni Pirauli Alinagar Narma Askaul Garha Kiratpur Mokhlispur Harsinghpur Chak Milki Milki

Frequently Asked Questions about Shampur

Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is situated in Alinagar Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Narma Navnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shampur is 3,530, with 1,859 males and 1,671 females.
How many households are there in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shampur village has a total of 701 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shampur is 33.51%. The male literacy rate is 45.35%, while the female literacy rate is 20.35%.