Shampur
Shampur is a village located in Adapur subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Adapur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Shyampur is the gram panchayat of Shampur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shampur unique in its vibrant Adapur-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Shampur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shampur is 217535. The village spans a total geographical area of 239 hectares. Raxaul is nearest town to Shampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Shampur
Population of Shampur
According to the 2011 Census, Shampur has a total population of about 6,161, with approximately 3,200 males and 2,961 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,211 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,040 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.36%, with male literacy at about 55.59% and female literacy near 42.62%. There are around 1,282 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shampur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,161 | 3,200 | 2,961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,211 | 616 | 595 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,040 | 535 | 505 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,041 | 1,779 | 1,262 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,120 | 1,421 | 1,699 |
Connectivity of Shampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shampur. As per the 2011 stats, Shampur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shampur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shampur
- Where is Shampur located?
- Shampur village is situated in Adapur Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Shyampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shampur is 6,161, with 3,200 males and 2,961 females.
- How many households are there in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shampur village has a total of 1,282 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shampur is 49.36%. The male literacy rate is 55.59%, while the female literacy rate is 42.62%.