Shahidpur - Kishanganj, Madhepura
Shahidpur is a village situated in the Kishanganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanganj and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Sahjadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahidpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahidpur is 226095. The village covers a total geographical area of 1311 hectares and falls under the 852220 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Shahidpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alamnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahidpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahidpur village had a total population of 10,766 people, including 5,647 males and 5,119 females, living in 2,431 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.48%, with male literacy at 51.12% and female literacy at 35.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,919, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 10,766 | 5,647 | 5,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,206 | 1,146 | 1,060 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,919 | 1,001 | 918 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,722 | 2,301 | 1,421 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,044 | 3,346 | 3,698 |
Nearby Villages of Shahidpur
Shahidpur 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 Shahidpur
Public transport in the Shahidpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Shahidpur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahidpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahidpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahidpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahidpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shahidpur
Where is Shahidpur located?
Shahidpur village is located in Kishanganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahidpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahidpur is Sahjadpur.
What is the pincode of Shahidpur?
The pincode of Shahidpur is 852220.
What is the population of Shahidpur?
Shahidpur had a total population of 10,766, including 5,647 males and 5,119 females.
How many households are there in Shahidpur?
Shahidpur had 2,431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahidpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahidpur was 43.48%. Male literacy was 51.12% and female literacy was 35.01%.