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.

Shampur has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Shampur

Below is a concise population overview of Shampur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shampur village:

  • The total population of Shampur village is around 6,161, including approximately 3,200 males and 2,961 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,211 children aged 0–6 years in Shampur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shampur village has 1,040 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shampur village is about 49.36%, with male literacy at 55.59% and female literacy at 42.62%.
  • There are around 1,282 households in Shampur village.

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.

Beldarwa Lala Chhapra Jamunbhar Auraia Mutia Sirsia Kalan Kachurbari Tola Unchi Dih Tola Chikni Barwa Lachhmipur

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%.