Shivtarai - Kota, Bilaspur
Shivtarai is a village situated in the Kota tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kota and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Shiv Tarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivtarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivtarai is 438003. The village covers a total geographical area of 495.52 hectares and falls under the 495112 pincode. Kota is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shivtarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivtarai
As per Census 2011, Shivtarai village has a total population of 1,297 people, consisting of 641 males and 656 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 848 literate and 449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,064 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivtarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 641 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 79 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,064 | 528 | 536 |
| Literate Population | 848 | 514 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 127 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Shivtarai
Shivtarai 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 Shivtarai
Shivtarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shivtarai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kota to Shivtarai is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Shivtarai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivtarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivtarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shivtarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivtarai 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 Shivtarai
Where is Shivtarai located?
Shivtarai village is located in Kota Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivtarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivtarai is Shiv Tarai.
What is the pincode of Shivtarai?
The pincode of Shivtarai is 495112.
What is the population of Shivtarai?
Shivtarai has a total population of 1,297, including 641 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Shivtarai?
There are 325 households in Shivtarai.
What is the literacy rate in Shivtarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivtarai is 65.38%. Male literacy is 80.19% and female literacy is 50.91%.