Shahpur - Ghanshyampur, Darbhanga
Shahpur is a village situated in the Ghanshyampur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghanshyampur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Ganoun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 227751. The village covers a total geographical area of 685 hectares and falls under the 847427 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur village had a total population of 9,513 people, including 4,911 males and 4,602 females, living in 1,971 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.56%, with male literacy at 63.67% and female literacy at 40.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,029, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 9,513 | 4,911 | 4,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,981 | 1,041 | 940 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 516 | 513 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,959 | 2,464 | 1,495 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,554 | 2,447 | 3,107 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur 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 Shahpur
Shahpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Shahpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Ghanshyampur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Ganoun.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 847427.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 9,513, including 4,911 males and 4,602 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 1,971 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 52.56%. Male literacy was 63.67% and female literacy was 40.82%.