Shakarpur

Shakarpur is a village located in Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Singhwara (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Shankar Pur is the gram panchayat of Shakarpur village.

Shakarpur 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 Shakarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shakarpur is 226796. The village spans a total geographical area of 136 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847104. Darbhanga is nearest town to Shakarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Shakarpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,760 1,920 1,840
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 814 398 416
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 4 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,632 897 735
Illiterate Population 2,128 1,023 1,105

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

  • The total population of Shakarpur village is around 3,760, including approximately 1,920 males and 1,840 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 814 children aged 0–6 years in Shakarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shakarpur village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shakarpur village is about 43.40%, with male literacy at 46.72% and female literacy at 39.95%.
  • There are around 625 households in Shakarpur village.

Connectivity of Shakarpur

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

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

Nearby Villages of Shakarpur

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

Bishunathpatti Maheshpatti Sadhopur Bishunathpatti Shadhopur Rajo Rampatti Pipra Mankauli Kathalia Paigambarpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shakarpur

Where is Shakarpur located?
Shakarpur village is situated in Singhwara Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakarpur is Shankar Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shakarpur?
The pincode of Shakarpur is 847104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shakarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakarpur is 3,760, with 1,920 males and 1,840 females.
How many households are there in Shakarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shakarpur village has a total of 625 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakarpur is 43.40%. The male literacy rate is 46.72%, while the female literacy rate is 39.95%.