Shiva
Shiva is a village located in Imamganj subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Imamganj (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Biraj is the gram panchayat of Shiva village.
Here you can discover what makes Shiva unique in its vibrant Imamganj-Gaya region. You’ll see Shiva’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shiva
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiva is 255963. The village spans a total geographical area of 291 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Shiva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
Google Map of Shiva
Population of Shiva
According to the 2011 Census, Shiva has a total population of about 1,135, with approximately 591 males and 544 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 654 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.78%, with male literacy at about 52.45% and female literacy near 40.63%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shiva's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,135 | 591 | 544 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 107 | 94 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 654 | 337 | 317 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 531 | 310 | 221 |
Illiterate Population | 604 | 281 | 323 |
Connectivity of Shiva
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shiva. As per the 2011 stats, Shiva had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shiva
Knowing the nearby villages of Shiva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shiva.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shiva
- Where is Shiva located?
- Shiva village is situated in Imamganj Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shiva?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shiva is Biraj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shiva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiva is 1,135, with 591 males and 544 females.
- How many households are there in Shiva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shiva village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shiva as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiva is 46.78%. The male literacy rate is 52.45%, while the female literacy rate is 40.63%.