Shiupur - Behea, Bhojpur
Shiupur is a village situated in the Behea subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behea and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Shivpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiupur is 247114. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 802165 pincode. Behea is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shiupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shiupur
As per Census 2011, Shiupur village has a total population of 2,653 people, consisting of 1,366 males and 1,287 females. The village has 397 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,434 literate and 1,219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 571 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,653 | 1,366 | 1,287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 254 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 283 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,434 | 870 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 496 | 723 |
Nearby Villages of Shiupur
Shiupur 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 Shiupur
Shiupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shiupur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Behea to Shiupur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Shiupur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shiupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shiupur
Where is Shiupur located?
Shiupur village is located in Behea Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiupur is Shivpur.
What is the pincode of Shiupur?
The pincode of Shiupur is 802165.
What is the population of Shiupur?
Shiupur has a total population of 2,653, including 1,366 males and 1,287 females.
How many households are there in Shiupur?
There are 397 households in Shiupur.
What is the literacy rate in Shiupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiupur is 54.05%. Male literacy is 63.69% and female literacy is 43.82%.