Shivapur - Talikoti, Vijayapura
Shivapur is a village situated in the Talikoti taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from Muddebihal and around 95 km from Bijapur. Mukihal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivapur is 599719. The village covers a total geographical area of 1114.92 hectares and falls under the 586212 pincode. Talikota is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Muddebihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivapur
As per Census 2011, Shivapur village has a total population of 1,655 people, consisting of 827 males and 828 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 804 literate and 851 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,655 | 827 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 137 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 75 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 508 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 851 | 319 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Shivapur
Shivapur 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 Shivapur
Shivapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talikota to Shivapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Shivapur is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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) | 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 Shivapur
Where is Shivapur located?
Shivapur village is located in Talikoti Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivapur is Mukihal.
What is the pincode of Shivapur?
The pincode of Shivapur is 586212.
What is the population of Shivapur?
Shivapur has a total population of 1,655, including 827 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Shivapur?
There are 285 households in Shivapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shivapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivapur is 48.58%. Male literacy is 61.43% and female literacy is 35.75%.