Shamsherpur
Shamsherpur is a village located in Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Azamnagar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Mallikpur is the gram panchayat of Shamsherpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shamsherpur unique in its vibrant Azamnagar-Katihar region. You’ll see Shamsherpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shamsherpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamsherpur is 225131. The village spans a total geographical area of 30.61 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Shamsherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Shamsherpur
Population of Shamsherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamsherpur has a total population of about 612, with approximately 309 males and 303 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.55%, with male literacy at about 54.37% and female literacy near 40.59%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamsherpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 612 | 309 | 303 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 46 | 30 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 291 | 168 | 123 |
Illiterate Population | 321 | 141 | 180 |
Connectivity of Shamsherpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamsherpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shamsherpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamsherpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamsherpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamsherpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamsherpur
- Where is Shamsherpur located?
- Shamsherpur village is situated in Azamnagar Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamsherpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shamsherpur is Mallikpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shamsherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamsherpur is 612, with 309 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Shamsherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamsherpur village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamsherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamsherpur is 47.55%. The male literacy rate is 54.37%, while the female literacy rate is 40.59%.