Shahbazpur - Riga, Sitamarhi
Shahbazpur is a village situated in the Riga subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Riga and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Sahbajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahbazpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahbazpur is 219378. The village covers a total geographical area of 323 hectares and falls under the 843327 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shahbazpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahbazpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shahbazpur village had a total population of 5,800 people, including 3,070 males and 2,730 females, living in 1,247 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.77%, with male literacy at 72.17% and female literacy at 54.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,393.
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 | 5,800 | 3,070 | 2,730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,083 | 562 | 521 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,393 | 748 | 645 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,008 | 1,810 | 1,198 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,792 | 1,260 | 1,532 |
Nearby Villages of Shahbazpur
Shahbazpur 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 Shahbazpur
Public transport in the Shahbazpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Shahbazpur 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 Shahbazpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahbazpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahbazpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahbazpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahbazpur
Where is Shahbazpur located?
Shahbazpur village is located in Riga Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shahbazpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahbazpur is Sahbajpur.
What is the pincode of Shahbazpur?
The pincode of Shahbazpur is 843327.
What is the population of Shahbazpur?
Shahbazpur had a total population of 5,800, including 3,070 males and 2,730 females.
How many households are there in Shahbazpur?
Shahbazpur had 1,247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahbazpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahbazpur was 63.77%. Male literacy was 72.17% and female literacy was 54.23%.