Sharfuddinpur - Bochaha, Muzaffarpur
Sharfuddinpur is a village situated in the Bochaha subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bochaha and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Sharfuddinpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharfuddinpur is 228971. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 843118 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sharfuddinpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bochaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sharfuddinpur
As per Census 2011, Sharfuddinpur village has a total population of 4,791 people, consisting of 2,482 males and 2,309 females. The village has 1,056 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 890 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,860 literate and 1,931 illiterate residents. Additionally, 803 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sharfuddinpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,791 | 2,482 | 2,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 890 | 476 | 414 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 803 | 411 | 392 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,860 | 1,580 | 1,280 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,931 | 902 | 1,029 |
Nearby Villages of Sharfuddinpur
Sharfuddinpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Helal | South | 0.58 km |
| Etwarpur Jointi | North-East | 0.70 km |
| Mandahpur | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Pirakhpur | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Salha | South | 1.37 km |
| Gopalpur Gopal | North | 1.43 km |
| Etwarpur Taj | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Shahpur | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Chak Nuran | North | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sharfuddinpur
Sharfuddinpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Silaut, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Sharfuddinpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharfuddinpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharfuddinpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sharfuddinpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharfuddinpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sharfuddinpur
Where is Sharfuddinpur located?
Sharfuddinpur village is located in Bochaha Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sharfuddinpur?
Sharfuddinpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sharfuddinpur?
The pincode of Sharfuddinpur is 843118.
What is the population of Sharfuddinpur?
Sharfuddinpur has a total population of 4,791, including 2,482 males and 2,309 females.
How many households are there in Sharfuddinpur?
There are 1,056 households in Sharfuddinpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sharfuddinpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharfuddinpur is 59.70%. Male literacy is 63.66% and female literacy is 55.44%.