Shahabad - Masaurhi, Patna
Shahabad is a village situated in the Masaurhi subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masaurhi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Shahabad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahabad is 245869. The village covers a total geographical area of 1085 hectares and falls under the 804452 pincode. Masauri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shahabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahabad
As per Census 2011, Shahabad village has a total population of 10,726 people, consisting of 5,568 males and 5,158 females. The village has 2,019 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,991 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,722 literate and 6,004 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,644 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,726 | 5,568 | 5,158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,991 | 1,057 | 934 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,644 | 1,372 | 1,272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,722 | 2,922 | 1,800 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,004 | 2,646 | 3,358 |
Nearby Villages of Shahabad
Shahabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharant | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North | 2.12 km |
| Nura | East | 2.16 km |
| Lakhnaur | South | 2.31 km |
| Bilaunti | North | 2.57 km |
| Chithaul | South | 2.71 km |
| Tiskhura | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Nahwan | East | 2.82 km |
| Keota | West | 2.83 km |
| Baliari | North-East | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shahabad
Public transport in the Shahabad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Taregna, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Masauri to Shahabad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Shahabad is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahabad 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahabad
Where is Shahabad located?
Shahabad village is located in Masaurhi Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahabad?
Shahabad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahabad?
The pincode of Shahabad is 804452.
What is the population of Shahabad?
Shahabad has a total population of 10,726, including 5,568 males and 5,158 females.
How many households are there in Shahabad?
There are 2,019 households in Shahabad.
What is the literacy rate in Shahabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahabad is 44.02%. Male literacy is 52.48% and female literacy is 34.90%.