Shahjahanpur - Pupri, Sitamarhi
Shahjahanpur is a village situated in the Pupri subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pupri and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Bajitpur Baura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahjahanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahjahanpur is 219734. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 843320 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shahjahanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahjahanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahjahanpur village had a total population of 2,033 people, including 1,042 males and 991 females, living in 466 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.59%, with male literacy at 67.14% and female literacy at 53.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 2,033 | 1,042 | 991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 196 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 568 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,043 | 474 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Shahjahanpur
Shahjahanpur 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 Shahjahanpur
Shahjahanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shahjahanpur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Janakpur Road to Shahjahanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Shahjahanpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahjahanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahjahanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shahjahanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahjahanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahjahanpur
Where is Shahjahanpur located?
Shahjahanpur village is located in Pupri Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahjahanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahjahanpur is Bajitpur Baura.
What is the pincode of Shahjahanpur?
The pincode of Shahjahanpur is 843320.
What is the population of Shahjahanpur?
Shahjahanpur had a total population of 2,033, including 1,042 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Shahjahanpur?
Shahjahanpur had 466 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahjahanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahjahanpur was 60.59%. Male literacy was 67.14% and female literacy was 53.55%.