Shivpur - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Shivpur is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Shivpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpur is 023348. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.98 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib 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 Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shivpur village had a total population of 625 people, including 332 males and 293 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.30%, with male literacy at 93.83% and female literacy at 79.28%.
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 | 625 | 332 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 24 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 289 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 43 | 94 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nahan to Shivpur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shivpur
Where is Shivpur located?
Shivpur village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, 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 173025.
What is the population of Shivpur?
Shivpur had a total population of 625, including 332 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Shivpur?
Shivpur had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpur was 87.30%. Male literacy was 93.83% and female literacy was 79.28%.