Shahpur - Silao, Nalanda
Shahpur is a village situated in the Silao subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silao and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Barakar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 245115. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 803117 pincode. Silao is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nalanda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 972 people, consisting of 509 males and 463 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 972 | 509 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 240 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 269 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malikpur | North-West | 0.75 km |
| Barakar | East | 0.90 km |
| Birchait | West | 0.99 km |
| Sonar Bigha | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Nagri | South | 1.46 km |
| Dumari | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Lahuar | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Dhanchhuhi | West | 1.72 km |
| Dharampura | East | 1.79 km |
| Gandhupur | North-West | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahpur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Shahpur. The nearest railway station is Karahdih Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Silao to Shahpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Shahpur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Silao Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Barakar.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 803117.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 972, including 509 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 155 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 38.17%. Male literacy is 47.15% and female literacy is 28.29%.