Shiwrajpur - Jogapatti, Pashchim Champaran
Shiwrajpur is a village situated in the Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jogapatti and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Donwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiwrajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiwrajpur is 217125. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.7 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Shiwrajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shiwrajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shiwrajpur village had a total population of 915 people, including 478 males and 437 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.85%, with male literacy at 83.07% and female literacy at 50.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 915 | 478 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 100 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 314 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 164 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Shiwrajpur
Shiwrajpur 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 Shiwrajpur
Shiwrajpur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Shiwrajpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiwrajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiwrajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shiwrajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiwrajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shiwrajpur
Where is Shiwrajpur located?
Shiwrajpur village is located in Jogapatti Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiwrajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiwrajpur is Donwar.
What is the pincode of Shiwrajpur?
The pincode of Shiwrajpur is 845451.
What is the population of Shiwrajpur?
Shiwrajpur had a total population of 915, including 478 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Shiwrajpur?
Shiwrajpur had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiwrajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiwrajpur was 66.85%. Male literacy was 83.07% and female literacy was 50.14%.