Shiyapur - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Shiyapur is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehgam and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Shiyapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiyapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiyapur is 511399. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.31 hectares and falls under the 382308 pincode. Dehgam is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shiyapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shiyapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shiyapur village had a total population of 567 people, including 292 males and 275 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.89%, with male literacy at 92.43% and female literacy at 64.56%.
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 | 567 | 292 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 232 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 60 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Shiyapur
Shiyapur 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 Shiyapur
Shiyapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dehgam to Shiyapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Shiyapur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiyapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiyapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shiyapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiyapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shiyapur
Where is Shiyapur located?
Shiyapur village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shiyapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiyapur is Shiyapura.
What is the pincode of Shiyapur?
The pincode of Shiyapur is 382308.
What is the population of Shiyapur?
Shiyapur had a total population of 567, including 292 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Shiyapur?
Shiyapur had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiyapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiyapur was 78.89%. Male literacy was 92.43% and female literacy was 64.56%.