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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shamdewa
As per Census 2011, Shamdewa village has a total population of 883 people, consisting of 452 males and 431 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shamdewa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 883 | 452 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 105 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| 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 has a total population of 883, including 452 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Shamdewa?
There are 137 households in Shamdewa.
What is the literacy rate in Shamdewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamdewa is 54.13%. Male literacy is 64.60% and female literacy is 43.16%.