Happy TravellerShahpur, Bihar is a small town located in the Bhojpur district of India. Despite its size, Shahpur is a town of great cultural and religious significance, known for its many temples and holy festivals. In this article, we will explore the geography, demographics, administration, utilities, notable places, and notable people of Shahpur, Bihar.
== Geography ==
Shahpur is located at 25.58°N 84.45°E / 25.58; 84.45. It has an average elevation of 51 metres (167 feet).
== Demographics ==
As of the 2011 Indian Census, Shahpur had a total population of 17,767, of which 9,182 were males and 8,585 were females. Population within the age group of 0 to 6 years was 2,809. The total number of literates in Shahpur was 10,521, which constituted 59.2% of the population with male literacy of 67.9% and female literacy of 49.9%. The effective literacy rate of 7+ population of Shahpur was 70.3%, of which male literacy rate was 80.7% and female literacy rate was 59.3%. The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes population was 2,348 and 135 respectively. Shahpur had 2734 households in 2011.
== Administration ==
The Shahpur assembly constituency covers Shahpur community development block; and Ishwarpura, Sarna, Suhinya, Barishwan, Chamarpur, Govindpur Tola, Belwati, Maharja, Kundeshar, Karisath, Semariya, hariharpur, sonbarasa, Beheya, chaurasta, Itawa, Bharauli, Gopalpur, Ranisagar, Karnamepur, Ramdthi, Banahi, Baghi, Diha, Gaura, Sikariya, Maniyara, Dhamwal and Kauria. This town is alternatively spelled as Shahpurpatti. The town comes between Ara and Buxar National Highway no.84.
== Villages ==
Shahpur block contains the following 137 villages:
== Utilities ==
As of 2011, Shahpur has one of three rural power substations in Bhojpur district, with the other two being at Koilwar and Bihiya.
== Notable places ==
Shahpur is known as the Town of Temples, and for good reason. The town is home to a number of significant temples, including Mahavira Sthan, Kundeswar Dham, Kudwa Shiv at Gosainpur, and Gharghbarni Mai. These temples are considered to be very holy for Hindus, and the temple compound hosts a number of fairs throughout the year. Visitors to Shahpur can also enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding area, including the nearby Ganges River.
== Notable people ==
One of Shahpur’s most notable residents was Avinash Chandra Vidyarthi, a Bhojpuri poet.
== Conclusion ==
Shahpur, Bihar may be a small town, but it is a town of great cultural and religious significance. Visitors to Shahpur can enjoy the town’s many temples and holy festivals, as well as the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Whether you are a religious pilgrim or simply a traveler looking for a unique cultural experience, Shahpur, Bihar is a destination worth exploring.
