Shahpur
Shahpur is a village located in Sonepur subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Sonepur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Jahagir Pur is the gram panchayat of Shahpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shahpur unique in its vibrant Sonepur-Saran region. You’ll see Shahpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shahpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahpur is 234557. The village spans a total geographical area of 242 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 841101. Sonepur is nearest town to Shahpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Shahpur
Population of Shahpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur has a total population of about 13,547, with approximately 7,272 males and 6,275 females. The sex ratio is around 862 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,398 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,676 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.63%, with male literacy at about 61.69% and female literacy near 42.14%. There are around 2,213 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shahpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,547 | 7,272 | 6,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,398 | 1,254 | 1,144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,676 | 849 | 827 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 7,130 | 4,486 | 2,644 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,417 | 2,786 | 3,631 |
Connectivity of Shahpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shahpur 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahpur
- Where is Shahpur located?
- Shahpur village is situated in Sonepur Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Jahagir Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shahpur?
- The pincode of Shahpur is 841101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahpur is 13,547, with 7,272 males and 6,275 females.
- How many households are there in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahpur village has a total of 2,213 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahpur is 52.63%. The male literacy rate is 61.69%, while the female literacy rate is 42.14%.