Shukulpur - Chainpur, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Shukulpur is a village situated in the Chainpur subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chainpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Merh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shukulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shukulpur is 249788. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.73 hectares and falls under the 821106 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shukulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shukulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shukulpur village had a total population of 582 people, including 289 males and 293 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.60%, with male literacy at 81.50% and female literacy at 63.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 582 | 289 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 35 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 207 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 82 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Shukulpur
Shukulpur 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 Shukulpur
Shukulpur 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 >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 Shukulpur 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 Shukulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shukulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shukulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shukulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shukulpur
Where is Shukulpur located?
Shukulpur village is located in Chainpur Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shukulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shukulpur is Merh.
What is the pincode of Shukulpur?
The pincode of Shukulpur is 821106.
What is the population of Shukulpur?
Shukulpur had a total population of 582, including 289 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Shukulpur?
Shukulpur had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shukulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shukulpur was 72.60%. Male literacy was 81.50% and female literacy was 63.41%.