Shivpura - Chitalwana, Jalore
Shivpura is a village situated in the Chitalwana tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 31 km from Sanchore and around 185 km from Jalor. Hotigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpura is 089564. The village covers a total geographical area of 1322 hectares and falls under the 343041 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Shivpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shivpura village had a total population of 1,187 people, including 595 males and 592 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.08%, with male literacy at 67.36% and female literacy at 40.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 347, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,187 | 595 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 117 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 158 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 322 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 273 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Shivpura
Shivpura 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 Shivpura
Public transport in the Shivpura is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Sanchore to Shivpura is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Shivpura is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shivpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shivpura
Where is Shivpura located?
Shivpura village is located in Chitalwana Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shivpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivpura is Hotigaon.
What is the pincode of Shivpura?
The pincode of Shivpura is 343041.
What is the population of Shivpura?
Shivpura had a total population of 1,187, including 595 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Shivpura?
Shivpura had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpura was 54.08%. Male literacy was 67.36% and female literacy was 40.79%.