Shahpur
Shahpur is a village located in Nawadiha Bazar Nawadiha subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Chhatarpur (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Sahpur is the gram panchayat of Shahpur village.
Shahpur has its own place in the vibrant Palamu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shahpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shahpur is 365621. The village spans a total geographical area of 136 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822113. Nawadiha Bazar Nawadiha is nearest town to Shahpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shahpur
Population of Shahpur
Below is a concise population overview of Shahpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,640 | 2,928 | 2,712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,041 | 518 | 523 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,417 | 725 | 692 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 192 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 2,060 | 1,268 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,580 | 1,660 | 1,920 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shahpur village:
- The total population of Shahpur village is around 5,640, including approximately 2,928 males and 2,712 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,041 children aged 0–6 years in Shahpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shahpur village has 1,417 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 370 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shahpur village is about 36.52%, with male literacy at 43.31% and female literacy at 29.20%.
- There are around 1,078 households in Shahpur village.
Connectivity of Shahpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shahpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shahpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shahpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shahpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shahpur
- Where is Shahpur located?
- Shahpur village is situated in Nawadiha Bazar Nawadiha Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Sahpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shahpur?
- The pincode of Shahpur is 822113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shahpur is 5,640, with 2,928 males and 2,712 females.
- How many households are there in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shahpur village has a total of 1,078 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shahpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shahpur is 36.52%. The male literacy rate is 43.31%, while the female literacy rate is 29.20%.