Shagunian

Shagunian is a village located in Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dagarua (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Teghra is the gram panchayat of Shagunian village.

Shagunian has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Shagunian

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shagunian is 224230. The village spans a total geographical area of 224 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Shagunian village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Shagunian

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,139 579 560
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 271 138 133
Scheduled Castes (SC) 576 290 286
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 358 215 143
Illiterate Population 781 364 417

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

  • The total population of Shagunian village is around 1,139, including approximately 579 males and 560 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 271 children aged 0–6 years in Shagunian village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shagunian village has 576 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shagunian village is about 31.43%, with male literacy at 37.13% and female literacy at 25.54%.
  • There are around 250 households in Shagunian village.

Connectivity of Shagunian

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shagunian. As per the 2011 stats, Shagunian 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shagunian

Knowing the nearby villages of Shagunian helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shagunian.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shagunian

Where is Shagunian located?
Shagunian village is situated in Dagarua Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shagunian?
The Gram Panchayat of Shagunian is Teghra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shagunian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shagunian is 1,139, with 579 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Shagunian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shagunian village has a total of 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shagunian as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shagunian is 31.43%. The male literacy rate is 37.13%, while the female literacy rate is 25.54%.