Shamashpur - Barsoi, Katihar
Shamashpur is a village situated in the Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barsoi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Bhawanipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamashpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamashpur is 224963. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.95 hectares and falls under the 855102 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Shamashpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shamashpur
As per Census 2011, Shamashpur village has a total population of 985 people, consisting of 503 males and 482 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 585 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shamashpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 | 503 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 110 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 219 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 284 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Shamashpur
Shamashpur 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 Shamashpur
Shamashpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Shamashpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamashpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamashpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shamashpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamashpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shamashpur
Where is Shamashpur located?
Shamashpur village is located in Barsoi Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamashpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamashpur is Bhawanipur.
What is the pincode of Shamashpur?
The pincode of Shamashpur is 855102.
What is the population of Shamashpur?
Shamashpur has a total population of 985, including 503 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Shamashpur?
There are 219 households in Shamashpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shamashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamashpur is 40.61%. Male literacy is 43.54% and female literacy is 37.55%.