Shampur - Nautan, Pashchim Champaran
Shampur is a village situated in the Nautan subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nautan and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Mangalpur Gudaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 217468. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.13 hectares and falls under the 845439 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shampur
As per Census 2011, Shampur village has a total population of 1,301 people, consisting of 692 males and 609 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,301 | 692 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 128 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 209 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 298 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 394 | 396 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangalpur Gudaria | East | 1.07 km |
| Siurajpur | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Machharganwa | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Arazi Bandobasti Phulia Khanr | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Parsauni | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Kharmaini | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Dabariya | East | 2.93 km |
| Tola Mansa Dube | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Phatu Chhapar | North | 3.04 km |
| Mangalpur Kalan | South | 3.28 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 Bettiah, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Shampur is about 16 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Nautan Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Mangalpur Gudaria.
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 845439.
What is the population of Shampur?
Shampur has a total population of 1,301, including 692 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Shampur?
There are 248 households in Shampur.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shampur is 39.28%. Male literacy is 43.06% and female literacy is 34.98%.