Shiv Puri - Bidasar, Churu
Shiv Puri is a village situated in the Bidasar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from Sujangarh and around 170 km from Churu. Katar Chhoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiv Puri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiv Puri is 070676. The village covers a total geographical area of 1626.09 hectares and falls under the 331517 pincode. Bidasar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Shiv Puri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiv Puri
As per Census 2011, Shiv Puri village has a total population of 1,307 people, consisting of 673 males and 634 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 623 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiv Puri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,307 | 673 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 117 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 193 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 392 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 281 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Shiv Puri
Shiv Puri 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 Shiv Puri
Shiv Puri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bidasar to Shiv Puri is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Shiv Puri is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiv Puri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiv Puri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shiv Puri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiv Puri 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 Shiv Puri
Where is Shiv Puri located?
Shiv Puri village is located in Bidasar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiv Puri?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiv Puri is Katar Chhoti.
What is the pincode of Shiv Puri?
The pincode of Shiv Puri is 331517.
What is the population of Shiv Puri?
Shiv Puri has a total population of 1,307, including 673 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Shiv Puri?
There are 219 households in Shiv Puri.
What is the literacy rate in Shiv Puri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiv Puri is 47.67%. Male literacy is 58.25% and female literacy is 36.44%.