Sivalpahari - Shikaripara, Dumka
Sivalpahari is a village situated in the Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikaripara and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Maluti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sivalpahari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sivalpahari is 371044. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.6 hectares and falls under the 816118 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sivalpahari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Sivalpahari
Sivalpahari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankarpur | North | 0.79 km |
| Bankijor | South-West | 0.83 km |
| Bandurgatala | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Murgatala | East | 0.93 km |
| Dhanghara | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Damirtala | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Thakarantala | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Chandipur | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Asanbani | West | 2.08 km |
| Nirasia | South | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sivalpahari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sivalpahari. The nearest railway station is Tarapith Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumka to Sivalpahari is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sivalpahari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sivalpahari 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 Sivalpahari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sivalpahari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sivalpahari
Where is Sivalpahari located?
Sivalpahari village is located in Shikaripara Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sivalpahari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sivalpahari is Maluti.
What is the pincode of Sivalpahari?
The pincode of Sivalpahari is 816118.