Shivpur - Narayanpur, Jamtara
Shivpur is a village situated in the Narayanpur subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Budhudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpur is 372372. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.75 hectares and falls under the 815357 pincode.
Shivpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shivpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shivpur village had a total population of 539 people, including 271 males and 268 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.38%, with male literacy at 77.73% and female literacy at 49.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 241.
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 | 539 | 271 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 42 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 124 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 178 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 93 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Shivpur
Shivpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhudih | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Narodih | North-West | 0.95 km |
| Kurta | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Bhojpur | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Bhaiyadih | North | 1.69 km |
| Bistopur | South | 1.90 km |
| Chainpur | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Sankarpur | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Anandpur | East | 2.16 km |
| Belatand | South-East | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivpur
Shivpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Vidyasagar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jamtara to Shivpur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shivpur
Where is Shivpur located?
Shivpur village is located in Narayanpur Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivpur is Budhudih.
What is the pincode of Shivpur?
The pincode of Shivpur is 815357.
What is the population of Shivpur?
Shivpur had a total population of 539, including 271 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Shivpur?
Shivpur had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpur was 64.38%. Male literacy was 77.73% and female literacy was 49.76%.