Shahpur - Mohanpur, Gaya
Shahpur is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Musaila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 257190. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 824232 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur village had a total population of 455 people, including 230 males and 225 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.55%, with male literacy at 74.74% and female literacy at 56.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 455 | 230 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 40 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 142 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 88 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur 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 Shahpur
Shahpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Shahpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Shahpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Musaila.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 824232.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur had a total population of 455, including 230 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
Shahpur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur was 65.55%. Male literacy was 74.74% and female literacy was 56.78%.