Shiunagar - Biraul, Darbhanga
Shiunagar is a village situated in the Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biraul and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Itwa Shiv Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiunagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiunagar is 227705. The village covers a total geographical area of 547 hectares and falls under the 846010 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Shiunagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gora bauram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darbhanga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiunagar
As per Census 2011, Shiunagar village has a total population of 8,383 people, consisting of 4,500 males and 3,883 females. The village has 1,708 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,665 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,380 literate and 5,003 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,914 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiunagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,383 | 4,500 | 3,883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,665 | 898 | 767 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,914 | 1,012 | 902 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,380 | 2,269 | 1,111 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,003 | 2,231 | 2,772 |
Nearby Villages of Shiunagar
Shiunagar 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 Shiunagar
Shiunagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Darbhanga to Shiunagar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiunagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiunagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shiunagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiunagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiunagar
Where is Shiunagar located?
Shiunagar village is located in Biraul Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiunagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiunagar is Itwa Shiv Nagar.
What is the pincode of Shiunagar?
The pincode of Shiunagar is 846010.
What is the population of Shiunagar?
Shiunagar has a total population of 8,383, including 4,500 males and 3,883 females.
How many households are there in Shiunagar?
There are 1,708 households in Shiunagar.
What is the literacy rate in Shiunagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiunagar is 40.32%. Male literacy is 50.42% and female literacy is 28.61%.