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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shakarpur
As per Census 2011, Shakarpur village has a total population of 1,830 people, consisting of 935 males and 895 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 846 literate and 984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 995 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,830 | 935 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 158 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 995 | 485 | 510 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,830, including 935 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Shakarpur?
There are 353 households in Shakarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shakarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakarpur is 46.23%. Male literacy is 57.22% and female literacy is 34.75%.