Shamnagar

Shamnagar is a village located in Khizirsarai subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Khizirsarai (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Kurwa is the gram panchayat of Shamnagar village.

Shamnagar 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 Shamnagar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamnagar is 254984. The village spans a total geographical area of 116 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Shamnagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Shamnagar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,159 579 580
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 129 64 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) 224 110 114
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 694 416 278
Illiterate Population 465 163 302

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

  • The total population of Shamnagar village is around 1,159, including approximately 579 males and 580 females, with a sex ratio of 1001 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Shamnagar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shamnagar village has 224 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shamnagar village is about 59.88%, with male literacy at 71.85% and female literacy at 47.93%.
  • There are around 168 households in Shamnagar village.

Connectivity of Shamnagar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamnagar. As per the 2011 stats, Shamnagar 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 Shamnagar

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

Sagarpur Hasanpur Rampur Mahuari Dhansingra Adampur Mandai Rasulpur Ekauni Salempur Lalganj

Frequently Asked Questions about Shamnagar

Where is Shamnagar located?
Shamnagar village is situated in Khizirsarai Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamnagar is Kurwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shamnagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamnagar is 1,159, with 579 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Shamnagar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shamnagar village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamnagar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamnagar is 59.88%. The male literacy rate is 71.85%, while the female literacy rate is 47.93%.