Jahangirpur Sham - Desri, Vaishali
Jahangirpur Sham is a village situated in the Desri subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Desri and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Jahangirpur Sham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahangirpur Sham is 235994. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 844504 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Jahangirpur Sham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jahangirpur Sham
As per Census 2011, Jahangirpur Sham village has a total population of 6,583 people, consisting of 3,459 males and 3,124 females. The village has 1,069 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,928 literate and 3,655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,062 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jahangirpur Sham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,583 | 3,459 | 3,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,243 | 642 | 601 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,062 | 571 | 491 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,928 | 1,796 | 1,132 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,655 | 1,663 | 1,992 |
Nearby Villages of Jahangirpur Sham
Jahangirpur Sham 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 Jahangirpur Sham
Jahangirpur Sham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Jahangirpur Sham.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hajipur to Jahangirpur Sham is about 24 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 Jahangirpur Sham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jahangirpur Sham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jahangirpur Sham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jahangirpur Sham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jahangirpur Sham
Where is Jahangirpur Sham located?
Jahangirpur Sham village is located in Desri Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jahangirpur Sham?
Jahangirpur Sham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jahangirpur Sham?
The pincode of Jahangirpur Sham is 844504.
What is the population of Jahangirpur Sham?
Jahangirpur Sham has a total population of 6,583, including 3,459 males and 3,124 females.
How many households are there in Jahangirpur Sham?
There are 1,069 households in Jahangirpur Sham.
What is the literacy rate in Jahangirpur Sham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jahangirpur Sham is 44.48%. Male literacy is 51.92% and female literacy is 36.24%.