Shahpur - Ghoshi, Jehanabad
Shahpur is a village situated in the Ghoshi subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoshi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Shahpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 260395. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.9 hectares and falls under the 804406 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghosi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 3,470 people, consisting of 1,779 males and 1,691 females. The village has 550 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 622 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,962 literate and 1,508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 957 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,470 | 1,779 | 1,691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 622 | 299 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 957 | 480 | 477 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,962 | 1,186 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,508 | 593 | 915 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandhar Arazi | East | 0.68 km |
| Sahpur Milik | West | 0.90 km |
| Samarqand | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Daharpur | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Gandhar | North | 1.51 km |
| Karhara | West | 1.59 km |
| Korman | East | 1.63 km |
| Dhamapur | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Chhapanna | South | 1.71 km |
| Khirauti | South | 1.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shahpur. The nearest railway station is Aungari Dham, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jehanabad to Shahpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Ghoshi Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
Shahpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 804406.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 3,470, including 1,779 males and 1,691 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 550 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 56.54%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 45.89%.