Shampur - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Shampur is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Baithania Bhanachak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 217346. The village covers a total geographical area of 312 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Chanpatia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shampur
As per Census 2011, Shampur village has a total population of 2,821 people, consisting of 1,511 males and 1,310 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 622 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,205 literate and 1,616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 949 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,821 | 1,511 | 1,310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 622 | 331 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 949 | 521 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 1,205 | 808 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,616 | 703 | 913 |
Nearby Villages of Shampur
Shampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baithania | West | 1.57 km |
| Semra Birit | North | 1.66 km |
| Arazi Nankar | East | 1.88 km |
| Sirkohiya | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Konhra Dih | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Mathia Birit | North | 2.27 km |
| Ojhauliya | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Karamtola | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Gurchurwa | West | 2.71 km |
| Bekhabra | North-West | 2.76 km |
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 Parsa Nagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Shampur is about 20 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Baithania Bhanachak.
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 845454.
What is the population of Shampur?
Shampur has a total population of 2,821, including 1,511 males and 1,310 females.
How many households are there in Shampur?
There are 515 households in Shampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shampur is 42.72%. Male literacy is 53.47% and female literacy is 30.31%.