Shahpur - Bhagwanpur, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Shahpur is a village situated in the Bhagwanpur subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpur and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Paharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 250433. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 821102 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 1,650 people, consisting of 847 males and 803 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 377 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 659 literate and 991 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,650 | 847 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 377 | 183 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 412 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 991 | 435 | 556 |
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, 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabua to Shahpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Bhagwanpur Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Paharia.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 821102.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 1,650, including 847 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 276 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 39.94%. Male literacy is 48.64% and female literacy is 30.76%.