Shivpur - Khundian, Kangra
Shivpur is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Pihri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpur is 011010. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.51 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shivpur village had a total population of 87 people, including 50 males and 37 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 740 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 77.78%.
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 | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 12 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Shivpur
Shivpur 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 Shivpur
Shivpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dharmsala to Shivpur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivpur is Pihri.
What is the pincode of Shivpur?
The pincode of Shivpur is 176030.
What is the population of Shivpur?
Shivpur had a total population of 87, including 50 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Shivpur?
Shivpur had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpur was 84.62%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 77.78%.