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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shafipur
As per Census 2011, Shafipur village has a total population of 3,884 people, consisting of 2,054 males and 1,830 females. The village has 632 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 800 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,110 literate and 1,774 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,042 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shafipur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 3,884, including 2,054 males and 1,830 females.
How many households are there in Shafipur?
There are 632 households in Shafipur.
What is the literacy rate in Shafipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shafipur is 54.33%. Male literacy is 62.32% and female literacy is 45.36%.