Shaspur - Rampurhat - II, Birbhum
Shaspur is a village situated in the Rampurhat - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Sahapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shaspur is 316424. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.21 hectares and falls under the 731244 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shaspur
As per Census 2011, Shaspur village has a total population of 3,412 people, consisting of 1,735 males and 1,677 females. The village has 772 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 480 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,836 literate and 1,576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 561 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,412 | 1,735 | 1,677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 246 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 561 | 290 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 1,836 | 1,076 | 760 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,576 | 659 | 917 |
Nearby Villages of Shaspur
Shaspur 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 Shaspur
Shaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rampurhat to Shaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shaspur
Where is Shaspur located?
Shaspur village is located in Rampurhat - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shaspur is Sahapur.
What is the pincode of Shaspur?
The pincode of Shaspur is 731244.
What is the population of Shaspur?
Shaspur has a total population of 3,412, including 1,735 males and 1,677 females.
How many households are there in Shaspur?
There are 772 households in Shaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Shaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shaspur is 53.81%. Male literacy is 62.02% and female literacy is 45.32%.