Shampur

Shampur is a village located in Barharia subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Barharia (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Rachopali is the gram panchayat of Shampur village.

Shampur has its own place in the vibrant Siwan 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 Shampur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shampur is 231496. The village spans a total geographical area of 77 hectares. Siwan is nearest town to Shampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Shampur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,640 837 803
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 355 179 176
Scheduled Castes (SC) 647 346 301
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 750 443 307
Illiterate Population 890 394 496

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

  • The total population of Shampur village is around 1,640, including approximately 837 males and 803 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 355 children aged 0–6 years in Shampur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shampur village has 647 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shampur village is about 45.73%, with male literacy at 52.93% and female literacy at 38.23%.
  • There are around 266 households in Shampur village.

Connectivity of Shampur

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

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

Nearby Villages of Shampur

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shampur

Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is situated in Barharia Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Rachopali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shampur is 1,640, with 837 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shampur village has a total of 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shampur is 45.73%. The male literacy rate is 52.93%, while the female literacy rate is 38.23%.