Shivpura - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Shivpura is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Viramgam and around 80 km from Ahmadabad. Shivpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpura is 511499. The village covers a total geographical area of 483.18 hectares and falls under the 382140 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shivpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shivpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shivpura village had a total population of 308 people, including 158 males and 150 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.22%, with male literacy at 99.33% and female literacy at 90.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 308 | 158 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 10 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Shivpura
Shivpura 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 Shivpura
Shivpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Viramgam to Shivpura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Shivpura 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 Shivpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shivpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivpura
Where is Shivpura located?
Shivpura village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shivpura?
Shivpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivpura?
The pincode of Shivpura is 382140.
What is the population of Shivpura?
Shivpura had a total population of 308, including 158 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Shivpura?
Shivpura had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpura was 95.22%. Male literacy was 99.33% and female literacy was 90.97%.