Sham Bakhri
Sham Bakhri is a village located in Dhaka subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaka (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Jhauaram is the gram panchayat of Sham Bakhri village.
Here you can discover what makes Sham Bakhri unique in its vibrant Dhaka-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Sham Bakhri’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 Sham Bakhri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sham Bakhri is 217849. The village spans a total geographical area of 63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845418. Dhaka is nearest town to Sham Bakhri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Sham Bakhri
Population of Sham Bakhri
According to the 2011 Census, Sham Bakhri has a total population of about 1,469, with approximately 769 males and 700 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 217 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 183 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 24.03%, with male literacy at about 32.51% and female literacy near 14.71%. There are around 297 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sham Bakhri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,469 | 769 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 118 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 99 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 353 | 250 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,116 | 519 | 597 |
Connectivity of Sham Bakhri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sham Bakhri. As per the 2011 stats, Sham Bakhri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sham Bakhri
Knowing the nearby villages of Sham Bakhri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sham Bakhri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sham Bakhri
- Where is Sham Bakhri located?
- Sham Bakhri village is situated in Dhaka Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sham Bakhri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sham Bakhri is Jhauaram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sham Bakhri?
- The pincode of Sham Bakhri is 845418, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sham Bakhri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sham Bakhri is 1,469, with 769 males and 700 females.
- How many households are there in Sham Bakhri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sham Bakhri village has a total of 297 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sham Bakhri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sham Bakhri is 24.03%. The male literacy rate is 32.51%, while the female literacy rate is 14.71%.