Shiwpur - Kochas, Rohtas
Shiwpur is a village situated in the Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochas and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Gara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiwpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiwpur is 250627. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 821112 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Shiwpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Shiwpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shiwpur village had a total population of 546 people, including 291 males and 255 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.73%, with male literacy at 66.80% and female literacy at 51.46%.
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 | 546 | 291 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 161 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 130 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Shiwpur
Shiwpur 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 Shiwpur
Shiwpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Shiwpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Shiwpur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiwpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiwpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shiwpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiwpur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shiwpur
Where is Shiwpur located?
Shiwpur village is located in Kochas Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shiwpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiwpur is Gara.
What is the pincode of Shiwpur?
The pincode of Shiwpur is 821112.
What is the population of Shiwpur?
Shiwpur had a total population of 546, including 291 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Shiwpur?
Shiwpur had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiwpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiwpur was 59.73%. Male literacy was 66.80% and female literacy was 51.46%.