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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Shamashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamashpur village had a total population of 985 people, including 503 males and 482 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.22%, with male literacy at 55.73% and female literacy at 48.53%.
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 | 985 | 503 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 110 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 985, including 503 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Shamashpur?
Shamashpur had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamashpur was 52.22%. Male literacy was 55.73% and female literacy was 48.53%.