Shakarpur - Banke Bazar, Gaya
Shakarpur is a village situated in the Banke Bazar subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banke Bazar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Goitha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakarpur is 255901. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 824217 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shakarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Shakarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shakarpur village had a total population of 1,830 people, including 935 males and 895 females, living in 353 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.48%, with male literacy at 68.85% and female literacy at 41.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 995.
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 | 1,830 | 935 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 158 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 995 | 485 | 510 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 535 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 400 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Shakarpur
Shakarpur 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 Shakarpur
Shakarpur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Shakarpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Shakarpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shakarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shakarpur
Where is Shakarpur located?
Shakarpur village is located in Banke Bazar Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shakarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakarpur is Goitha.
What is the pincode of Shakarpur?
The pincode of Shakarpur is 824217.
What is the population of Shakarpur?
Shakarpur had a total population of 1,830, including 935 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Shakarpur?
Shakarpur had 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakarpur was 55.48%. Male literacy was 68.85% and female literacy was 41.58%.