Shafipur - Khusrupur, Patna
Shafipur is a village situated in the Khusrupur subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khusrupur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Mosim Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shafipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shafipur is 246269. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 803202 pincode. Khusru Pur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Shafipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Shafipur
According to the 2011 Census, Shafipur village had a total population of 3,884 people, including 2,054 males and 1,830 females, living in 632 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 77.02% and female literacy at 58.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,042, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 3,884 | 2,054 | 1,830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 800 | 392 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,042 | 562 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,110 | 1,280 | 830 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,774 | 774 | 1,000 |
Nearby Villages of Shafipur
Shafipur 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 Shafipur
Shafipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Shafipur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khusru Pur to Shafipur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Shafipur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shafipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shafipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shafipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shafipur 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 Shafipur
Where is Shafipur located?
Shafipur village is located in Khusrupur Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shafipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shafipur is Mosim Pur.
What is the pincode of Shafipur?
The pincode of Shafipur is 803202.
What is the population of Shafipur?
Shafipur had a total population of 3,884, including 2,054 males and 1,830 females.
How many households are there in Shafipur?
Shafipur had 632 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shafipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shafipur was 68.42%. Male literacy was 77.02% and female literacy was 58.37%.