Shivapur - Supa, Uttara Kannada
Shivapur is a village situated in the Supa taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joida and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Ulvi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivapur is 602744. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.93 hectares and falls under the 581187 pincode. Dandeli is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Shivapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shivapur village had a total population of 185 people, including 97 males and 88 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.08%, with male literacy at 89.89% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 80 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 17 | 26 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hebbal | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Neturge | South | 2.79 km |
| Vadkal | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Yeramukh | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Bedasgadde | North | 4.11 km |
| Kattige | East | 4.42 km |
| Ulavi | West | 5.04 km |
| Kodthalli | South-West | 5.44 km |
| Kariyadi | North | 6.04 km |
| Chafer | North-West | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivapur
Shivapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harwada, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dandeli to Shivapur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Shivapur is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shivapur
Where is Shivapur located?
Shivapur village is located in Supa Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shivapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivapur is Ulvi.
What is the pincode of Shivapur?
The pincode of Shivapur is 581187.
What is the population of Shivapur?
Shivapur had a total population of 185, including 97 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Shivapur?
Shivapur had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivapur was 82.08%. Male literacy was 89.89% and female literacy was 73.81%.