Shamaspura - Mashrakh, Saran
Shamaspura is a village situated in the Mashrakh subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mashrakh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Semari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamaspura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamaspura is 232870. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 841418 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Shamaspura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shamaspura
According to the 2011 Census, Shamaspura village had a total population of 834 people, including 416 males and 418 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.12%, with male literacy at 87.91% and female literacy at 72.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 834 | 416 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 298 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 118 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Shamaspura
Shamaspura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dawangorhna | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Gorhna | North | 1.30 km |
| Semri | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Gamharia | East | 1.51 km |
| Maricha | South | 1.56 km |
| Agrauli | West | 1.71 km |
| Arazi Murwa | East | 1.90 km |
| Bangalipatti | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Batrauli | West | 2.26 km |
| Sikti Bhikham | North | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shamaspura
Shamaspura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunrajpur Dhama, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Shamaspura is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Shamaspura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamaspura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamaspura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shamaspura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamaspura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shamaspura
Where is Shamaspura located?
Shamaspura village is located in Mashrakh Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamaspura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamaspura is Semari.
What is the pincode of Shamaspura?
The pincode of Shamaspura is 841418.
What is the population of Shamaspura?
Shamaspura had a total population of 834, including 416 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Shamaspura?
Shamaspura had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamaspura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamaspura was 80.12%. Male literacy was 87.91% and female literacy was 72.57%.