Shamdewa - Pakribarawan, Nawada
Shamdewa is a village situated in the Pakribarawan subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakribarawan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Dhamaul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamdewa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamdewa is 257721. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 805124 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Shamdewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Shamdewa
According to the 2011 Census, Shamdewa village had a total population of 883 people, including 452 males and 431 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.28%, with male literacy at 84.15% and female literacy at 54.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
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 | 883 | 452 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 105 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 292 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 160 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Shamdewa
Shamdewa 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 Shamdewa
Shamdewa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Shamdewa 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 Shamdewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamdewa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shamdewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamdewa 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 Shamdewa
Where is Shamdewa located?
Shamdewa village is located in Pakribarawan Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shamdewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamdewa is Dhamaul.
What is the pincode of Shamdewa?
The pincode of Shamdewa is 805124.
What is the population of Shamdewa?
Shamdewa had a total population of 883, including 452 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Shamdewa?
Shamdewa had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamdewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamdewa was 69.28%. Male literacy was 84.15% and female literacy was 54.23%.