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
According to the 2011 Census, Shiv Puri village had a total population of 1,307 people, including 673 males and 634 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.77%, with male literacy at 70.50% and female literacy at 45.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371.
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 | 1,307 | 673 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 117 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 193 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,307, including 673 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Shiv Puri?
Shiv Puri had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiv Puri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiv Puri was 58.77%. Male literacy was 70.50% and female literacy was 45.83%.