Shivpur Grant - Utraula, Balrampur
Shivpur Grant is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Basupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivpur Grant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpur Grant is 173978. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.11 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shivpur Grant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivpur Grant
As per Census 2011, Shivpur Grant village has a total population of 776 people, consisting of 378 males and 398 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivpur Grant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 378 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 81 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 122 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 256 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Shivpur Grant
Shivpur Grant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Perariyaa | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Mirzapur | North | 1.28 km |
| Basupur | West | 1.58 km |
| Pipra Ram | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Bhairampur | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Kusahwa | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Baksaria | North | 2.11 km |
| Niamat Jot | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Chheetar Para | East | 2.26 km |
| Chaprahia | North | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivpur Grant
Shivpur Grant is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gainjahwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Utraula to Shivpur Grant is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Shivpur Grant is about 36 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 Shivpur Grant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivpur Grant 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 Shivpur Grant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivpur Grant 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shivpur Grant
Where is Shivpur Grant located?
Shivpur Grant village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivpur Grant?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivpur Grant is Basupur.
What is the pincode of Shivpur Grant?
The pincode of Shivpur Grant is 271306.
What is the population of Shivpur Grant?
Shivpur Grant has a total population of 776, including 378 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Shivpur Grant?
There are 111 households in Shivpur Grant.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpur Grant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpur Grant is 25.77%. Male literacy is 32.28% and female literacy is 19.60%.