Shahpur - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Shahpur is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Sahpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahpur is 365621. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Shahpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahpur
As per Census 2011, Shahpur village has a total population of 5,640 people, consisting of 2,928 males and 2,712 females. The village has 1,078 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,041 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,060 literate and 3,580 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 370 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shahpur
Shahpur 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
Public transport in the Shahpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Shahpur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shahpur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahpur
Where is Shahpur located?
Shahpur village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahpur is Sahpur.
What is the pincode of Shahpur?
The pincode of Shahpur is 822113.
What is the population of Shahpur?
Shahpur has a total population of 5,640, including 2,928 males and 2,712 females.
How many households are there in Shahpur?
There are 1,078 households in Shahpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shahpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahpur is 36.52%. Male literacy is 43.31% and female literacy is 29.20%.