Shampur - Kharagpur, Munger
Shampur is a village situated in the Kharagpur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kharagpur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Bahira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 242985. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 811213 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Shampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Munger Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shampur
As per Census 2011, Shampur village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 269 males and 210 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 780 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 179 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 269 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 176 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 93 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Shampur
Shampur 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 Shampur
Shampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Shampur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Shampur is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Kharagpur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Bahira.
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 811213.
What is the population of Shampur?
Shampur has a total population of 479, including 269 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Shampur?
There are 101 households in Shampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shampur is 62.63%. Male literacy is 65.43% and female literacy is 59.05%.