Shakarpur

Shakarpur is a village located in Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Banke Bazar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Goitha is the gram panchayat of Shakarpur village.

Shakarpur has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 255901. The village spans a total geographical area of 175 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Shakarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km 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 1,830 935 895
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 305 158 147
Scheduled Castes (SC) 995 485 510
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 846 535 311
Illiterate Population 984 400 584

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

  • The total population of Shakarpur village is around 1,830, including approximately 935 males and 895 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 305 children aged 0–6 years in Shakarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shakarpur village has 995 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shakarpur village is about 46.23%, with male literacy at 57.22% and female literacy at 34.75%.
  • There are around 353 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ 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.

Kundil Khapraundh Tanrawa Nawadih Goitha Pananian Harankel Juri Jondhi Saifganj Majuri Khurd

Frequently Asked Questions about Shakarpur

Where is Shakarpur located?
Shakarpur village is situated in Banke Bazar Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakarpur is Goitha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shakarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shakarpur is 1,830, with 935 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Shakarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shakarpur village has a total of 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shakarpur is 46.23%. The male literacy rate is 57.22%, while the female literacy rate is 34.75%.