Shampur - Bashant Rai*, Godda
Shampur is a village situated in the Bashant Rai* subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bashant Rai and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Derma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 357119. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Shampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shampur
According to the 2011 Census, Shampur village had a total population of 143 people, including 76 males and 67 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.42%, with male literacy at 18.75% and female literacy at 18.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 143 | 76 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 64 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Shampur
Shampur 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 Shampur
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Shampur is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Bashant Rai* Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Derma.
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 814155.
What is the population of Shampur?
Shampur had a total population of 143, including 76 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Shampur?
Shampur had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shampur was 18.42%. Male literacy was 18.75% and female literacy was 18.00%.