Shiwal - Bairia, Ballia
Shiwal is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Shiwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiwal is 199942. The village covers a total geographical area of 542.83 hectares and falls under the 277208 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Shiwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bairia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiwal
As per Census 2011, Shiwal village has a total population of 1,869 people, consisting of 972 males and 897 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 686 literate and 1,183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,869 | 972 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 209 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 483 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,183 | 489 | 694 |
Nearby Villages of Shiwal
Shiwal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raja Tengaraha | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Adhsijhua | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Sureman Pur | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Hewantpur | West | 2.39 km |
| Araji Mafi Jharkataha West | West | 3.04 km |
| Upadhyapur | South | 3.23 km |
| Gobindauli | West | 3.25 km |
| Gopal Nagar | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Chai Chhupra | South | 3.39 km |
| Mahji Adhsijhua | North-East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shiwal
Shiwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Suraimanpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Shiwal is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiwal 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 Shiwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shiwal
Where is Shiwal located?
Shiwal village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiwal?
Shiwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shiwal?
The pincode of Shiwal is 277208.
What is the population of Shiwal?
Shiwal has a total population of 1,869, including 972 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Shiwal?
There are 240 households in Shiwal.
What is the literacy rate in Shiwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiwal is 36.70%. Male literacy is 49.69% and female literacy is 22.63%.