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.

Shiva has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Shiva

Below is a concise population overview of Shiva as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shiva village:

  • The total population of Shiva village is around 1,135, including approximately 591 males and 544 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Shiva village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shiva village has 654 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shiva village is about 46.78%, with male literacy at 52.45% and female literacy at 40.63%.
  • There are around 216 households in Shiva village.

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)
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.

Benga Dohar Karmi Tanr Bhatbigha Samodh Gordiha Baseta Kadirpur Biraj Bhaunraha Pinra Nawa

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%.