Shivapur - Haliyal, Uttara Kannada
Shivapur is a village situated in the Haliyal taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haliyal and around 153 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Murukwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivapur is 602863. The village covers a total geographical area of 1191.19 hectares and falls under the 581329 pincode. Haliyal is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Shivapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haliyal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivapur
As per Census 2011, Shivapur village has a total population of 1,197 people, consisting of 613 males and 584 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 542 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,197 | 613 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 96 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 315 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 298 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Shivapur
Shivapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dongrikop | West | 3.04 km |
| Guledkop | South | 3.43 km |
| Belwatgi | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Ghadiyal | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Hulakoppa | North | 3.93 km |
| Karlakoppa | East | 4.37 km |
| Galagi | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Mundwad | West | 5.41 km |
| Murkwad | West | 5.45 km |
| Hasarambi | South-East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivapur
Public transport in the Shivapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Naglavi, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Haliyal to Shivapur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Shivapur is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivapur 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 Shivapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivapur
Where is Shivapur located?
Shivapur village is located in Haliyal Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivapur is Murukwad.
What is the pincode of Shivapur?
The pincode of Shivapur is 581329.
What is the population of Shivapur?
Shivapur has a total population of 1,197, including 613 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Shivapur?
There are 251 households in Shivapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shivapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivapur is 45.28%. Male literacy is 51.39% and female literacy is 38.87%.