Shampur
Shampur is a village located in Basantpur subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Basantpur (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Sareya Srikant is the gram panchayat of Shampur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shampur unique in its vibrant Basantpur-Siwan region. You’ll see Shampur’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 Shampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shampur is 231685. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 841406. Siwan is nearest town to Shampur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Shampur
Population of Shampur
According to the 2011 Census, Shampur has a total population of about 3,025, with approximately 1,580 males and 1,445 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 539 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 208 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.31%, with male literacy at about 66.90% and female literacy near 51.00%. There are around 573 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shampur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,025 | 1,580 | 1,445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 539 | 279 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 108 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,794 | 1,057 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,231 | 523 | 708 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shampur
- Where is Shampur located?
- Shampur village is situated in Basantpur Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Sareya Srikant (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shampur?
- The pincode of Shampur is 841406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shampur is 3,025, with 1,580 males and 1,445 females.
- How many households are there in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shampur village has a total of 573 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shampur is 59.31%. The male literacy rate is 66.90%, while the female literacy rate is 51.00%.