Shahar

Shahar is a village located in Kargahar subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kargahar (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Baksara is the gram panchayat of Shahar village.

Shahar has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Shahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahar is 251656. The village spans a total geographical area of 216 hectares. Sasaram is nearest town to Shahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.

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Population of Shahar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,613 851 762
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 302 157 145
Scheduled Castes (SC) 299 151 148
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,033 620 413
Illiterate Population 580 231 349

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

  • The total population of Shahar village is around 1,613, including approximately 851 males and 762 females, with a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 302 children aged 0–6 years in Shahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shahar village has 299 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shahar village is about 64.04%, with male literacy at 72.86% and female literacy at 54.20%.
  • There are around 225 households in Shahar village.

Connectivity of Shahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahar. As per the 2011 stats, Shahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Shahar

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

Bhagwanpur Bastalwa Bahuara Tenuni Basawanpur Paraspura Karwar Saitapur Loknathpur Khoreya Chaturbhujpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shahar

Where is Shahar located?
Shahar village is situated in Kargahar Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahar is Baksara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahar is 1,613, with 851 males and 762 females.
How many households are there in Shahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shahar village has a total of 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahar is 64.04%. The male literacy rate is 72.86%, while the female literacy rate is 54.20%.