Shivpur - Barhara, Bhojpur
Shivpur is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Gundi East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpur is 246853. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 802316 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shivpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shivpur
As per Census 2011, Shivpur village has a total population of 2,084 people, consisting of 1,108 males and 976 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 374 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,227 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 598 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,084 | 1,108 | 976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 203 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 598 | 294 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 763 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 345 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Shivpur
Shivpur 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 Shivpur
Shivpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Arrah to Shivpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shivpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shivpur
Where is Shivpur located?
Shivpur village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivpur is Gundi East.
What is the pincode of Shivpur?
The pincode of Shivpur is 802316.
What is the population of Shivpur?
Shivpur has a total population of 2,084, including 1,108 males and 976 females.
How many households are there in Shivpur?
There are 333 households in Shivpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpur is 58.88%. Male literacy is 68.86% and female literacy is 47.54%.