Shivpura - Sojat, Pali
Shivpura is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Shivpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpura is 090617. The village covers a total geographical area of 2603.63 hectares and falls under the 306104 pincode. Pali is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Sojat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivpura
As per Census 2011, Shivpura village has a total population of 1,944 people, consisting of 1,005 males and 939 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 853 literate and 1,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 652 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,944 | 1,005 | 939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 168 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 348 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 853 | 582 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 423 | 668 |
Nearby Villages of Shivpura
Shivpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haripur | South | 2.77 km |
| Nai Dhani | West | 4.08 km |
| Pachchwa Khurd | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Panchwa Kalan | North | 4.53 km |
| Bijpur | South | 4.72 km |
| Morawas | South-East | 5.28 km |
| Jhupelao | East | 5.61 km |
| Sobrawas | North-West | 6.06 km |
| Shiv Nagar | East | 6.17 km |
| Sardar Samand | South-West | 6.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivpura
Shivpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bomadra, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 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 Pali to Shivpura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivpura
Where is Shivpura located?
Shivpura village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivpura?
Shivpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivpura?
The pincode of Shivpura is 306104.
What is the population of Shivpura?
Shivpura has a total population of 1,944, including 1,005 males and 939 females.
How many households are there in Shivpura?
There are 410 households in Shivpura.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpura is 43.88%. Male literacy is 57.91% and female literacy is 28.86%.