Shahkol

Shahkol is a village located in Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Dagarua (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Babhani is the gram panchayat of Shahkol village.

Shahkol 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 Shahkol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahkol is 224192. The village spans a total geographical area of 67 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Shahkol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Shahkol

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 375 194 181
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 67 30 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 224 141 83
Illiterate Population 151 53 98

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

  • The total population of Shahkol village is around 375, including approximately 194 males and 181 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Shahkol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shahkol village is about 59.73%, with male literacy at 72.68% and female literacy at 45.86%.
  • There are around 95 households in Shahkol village.

Connectivity of Shahkol

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahkol. As per the 2011 stats, Shahkol 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 Shahkol

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

Pokharia Belwari Uchaipur Japharpur Amna Haripur Teghra Babhani Manikpur Lauria Rupaili Banaili

Frequently Asked Questions about Shahkol

Where is Shahkol located?
Shahkol village is situated in Dagarua Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahkol?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahkol is Babhani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shahkol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahkol is 375, with 194 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Shahkol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shahkol village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahkol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahkol is 59.73%. The male literacy rate is 72.68%, while the female literacy rate is 45.86%.