Shyampura - Gida, Balotra
Shyampura is a village situated in the Gida tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from Baytoo and around 90 km from Barmer. Shyampura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shyampura is 087083. The village covers a total geographical area of 1670.75 hectares and falls under the 344037 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Shyampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shyampura
As per Census 2011, Shyampura village has a total population of 1,389 people, consisting of 736 males and 653 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 496 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shyampura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,389 | 736 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 118 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 330 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 406 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Shyampura
Shyampura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivpura | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Sardarpura | West | 2.27 km |
| Gira | East | 2.72 km |
| Rajpura | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Gogasar | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Megwalon Ki Dhani | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Deluon Ki Dhani | North | 4.05 km |
| Devpura @ Gogasar | West | 4.10 km |
| Pawoondari | South-East | 4.74 km |
| Legon Ki Dhani | North-East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shyampura
Public transport in the Shyampura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhimarlai, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Balotra to Shyampura is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Shyampura is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shyampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shyampura 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 Shyampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shyampura 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 Shyampura
Where is Shyampura located?
Shyampura village is located in Gida Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shyampura?
Shyampura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shyampura?
The pincode of Shyampura is 344037.
What is the population of Shyampura?
Shyampura has a total population of 1,389, including 736 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Shyampura?
There are 279 households in Shyampura.
What is the literacy rate in Shyampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shyampura is 35.71%. Male literacy is 44.84% and female literacy is 25.42%.