Shibpur (Rv) - Diglipur, North And Middle Andaman
Shibpur (Rv) is a village situated in the Diglipur taluka of North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 16 km from Diglipur and around 96 km from Mayabunder. Shibpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shibpur (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shibpur (Rv) is 645229. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.54 hectares and falls under the 744202 pincode. Portblair is the nearest town, located about 311 km away.
Shibpur (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Shibpur (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Shibpur (Rv) village had a total population of 771 people, including 427 males and 344 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.03%, with male literacy at 92.43% and female literacy at 75.74%.
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 | 771 | 427 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 354 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 73 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Shibpur (Rv)
Shibpur (Rv) 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 Shibpur (Rv)
Shibpur (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Portblair to Shibpur (Rv) is about 311 km, with a usual travel time of around ~8.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mayabunder to Shibpur (Rv) is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shibpur (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shibpur (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shibpur (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shibpur (Rv) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shibpur (Rv)
Where is Shibpur (Rv) located?
Shibpur (Rv) village is located in Diglipur Taluka, North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shibpur (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Shibpur (Rv) is Shibpur.
What is the pincode of Shibpur (Rv)?
The pincode of Shibpur (Rv) is 744202.
What is the population of Shibpur (Rv)?
Shibpur (Rv) had a total population of 771, including 427 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Shibpur (Rv)?
Shibpur (Rv) had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shibpur (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shibpur (Rv) was 85.03%. Male literacy was 92.43% and female literacy was 75.74%.