Shahpur Chandan - Mahua, Vaishali
Shahpur Chandan is a village situated in the Mahua subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahua and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Rasulpur Mobarak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur Chandan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur Chandan is 235313. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 844122 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shahpur Chandan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpur Chandan
According to the 2011 Census, Shahpur Chandan village had a total population of 510 people, including 270 males and 240 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.35%, with male literacy at 67.11% and female literacy at 39.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 510 | 270 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 95 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 151 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 119 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur Chandan
Shahpur Chandan 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 Shahpur Chandan
Shahpur Chandan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shahpur Chandan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hajipur to Shahpur Chandan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur Chandan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur Chandan 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shahpur Chandan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahpur Chandan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur Chandan
Where is Shahpur Chandan located?
Shahpur Chandan village is located in Mahua Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur Chandan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur Chandan is Rasulpur Mobarak.
What is the pincode of Shahpur Chandan?
The pincode of Shahpur Chandan is 844122.
What is the population of Shahpur Chandan?
Shahpur Chandan had a total population of 510, including 270 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur Chandan?
Shahpur Chandan had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur Chandan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur Chandan was 54.35%. Male literacy was 67.11% and female literacy was 39.15%.