Shivendranagar - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Shivendranagar is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Shivendra Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivendranagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivendranagar is 516449. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.35 hectares and falls under the 364265 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shivendranagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivendranagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shivendranagar village had a total population of 1,898 people, including 938 males and 960 females, living in 405 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.93%, with male literacy at 81.59% and female literacy at 62.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191.
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 | 1,898 | 938 | 960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 118 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 100 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,202 | 669 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 269 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Shivendranagar
Shivendranagar 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 Shivendranagar
Shivendranagar 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Shivendranagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Shivendranagar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivendranagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivendranagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shivendranagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivendranagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shivendranagar
Where is Shivendranagar located?
Shivendranagar village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shivendranagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivendranagar is Shivendra Nagar.
What is the pincode of Shivendranagar?
The pincode of Shivendranagar is 364265.
What is the population of Shivendranagar?
Shivendranagar had a total population of 1,898, including 938 males and 960 females.
How many households are there in Shivendranagar?
Shivendranagar had 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivendranagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivendranagar was 71.93%. Male literacy was 81.59% and female literacy was 62.63%.