Shahkol - Dagarua, Purnia
Shahkol is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Babhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahkol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahkol is 224192. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shahkol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahkol
According to the 2011 Census, Shahkol village had a total population of 375 people, including 194 males and 181 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 85.98% and female literacy at 57.64%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 375 | 194 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 141 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 53 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Shahkol
Shahkol is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shahkol
Public transport in the Shahkol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Shahkol is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahkol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahkol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Shahkol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahkol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahkol
Where is Shahkol located?
Shahkol village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahkol?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahkol is Babhani.
What is the pincode of Shahkol?
The pincode of Shahkol is 854326.
What is the population of Shahkol?
Shahkol had a total population of 375, including 194 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Shahkol?
Shahkol had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahkol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahkol was 72.73%. Male literacy was 85.98% and female literacy was 57.64%.