Shivpur Village - Pali, Korba
Shivpur is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Shivpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpur is 436191. The village covers a total geographical area of 1969.4 hectares and falls under the 495449 pincode. Ratanpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shivpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivpur
As per Census 2011, Shivpur village has a total population of 2,868 people, consisting of 1,441 males and 1,427 females. The village has 704 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 477 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,560 literate and 1,308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,878 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,868 | 1,441 | 1,427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 253 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,878 | 935 | 943 |
| Literate Population | 1,560 | 943 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,308 | 498 | 810 |
Nearby Villages of Shivpur
Shivpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsada | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Khaira | West | 2.70 km |
| Silli | East | 3.23 km |
| Pondi | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Pachra | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Ghansipur | South | 4.55 km |
| Nirdhi | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Semra | West | 4.77 km |
| Chapora | West | 4.81 km |
| Umariya Dadar | North | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivpur
Shivpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kargi Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratanpur to Shivpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Shivpur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivpur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shivpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivpur
Where is Shivpur located?
Shivpur village is located in Pali Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivpur?
Shivpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivpur?
The pincode of Shivpur is 495449.
What is the population of Shivpur?
Shivpur has a total population of 2,868, including 1,441 males and 1,427 females.
How many households are there in Shivpur?
There are 704 households in Shivpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpur is 54.39%. Male literacy is 65.44% and female literacy is 43.24%.