Shamashpur
Shamashpur is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Bhawanipur is the gram panchayat of Shamashpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shamashpur unique in its vibrant Barsoi-Katihar region. You’ll see Shamashpur’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 Shamashpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamashpur is 224963. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855102. Katihar is nearest town to Shamashpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Shamashpur
Population of Shamashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamashpur has a total population of about 985, with approximately 503 males and 482 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.61%, with male literacy at about 43.54% and female literacy near 37.55%. There are around 219 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamashpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 985 | 503 | 482 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 110 | 109 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 400 | 219 | 181 |
Illiterate Population | 585 | 284 | 301 |
Connectivity of Shamashpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamashpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shamashpur 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 Shamashpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamashpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamashpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamashpur
- Where is Shamashpur located?
- Shamashpur village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamashpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shamashpur is Bhawanipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shamashpur?
- The pincode of Shamashpur is 855102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shamashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamashpur is 985, with 503 males and 482 females.
- How many households are there in Shamashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamashpur village has a total of 219 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamashpur is 40.61%. The male literacy rate is 43.54%, while the female literacy rate is 37.55%.