Shampur - Pathargama, Godda
Shampur is a village situated in the Pathargama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathargama and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Kasturiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shampur is 356928. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 814147 pincode.
Shampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Shampur
According to the 2011 Census, Shampur village had a total population of 252 people, including 125 males and 127 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.93%, with male literacy at 92.73% and female literacy at 77.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 252 | 125 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 102 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 23 | 43 |
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
Shampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Shampur is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shampur 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 Shampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shampur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shampur
Where is Shampur located?
Shampur village is located in Pathargama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shampur is Kasturiya.
What is the pincode of Shampur?
The pincode of Shampur is 814147.
What is the population of Shampur?
Shampur had a total population of 252, including 125 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Shampur?
Shampur had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shampur was 84.93%. Male literacy was 92.73% and female literacy was 77.06%.