Shivjot - Harraiya, Basti
Shivjot is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Trilokpur Tiwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivjot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivjot is 179707. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.53 hectares and falls under the 272155 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shivjot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivjot
According to the 2011 Census, Shivjot village had a total population of 106 people, including 54 males and 52 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 42 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 12 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Shivjot
Shivjot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Trilokpur Shukla | North-East | 0.49 km |
| Sariya Tiyari | North | 0.89 km |
| Sir Sothi | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Fardapur | West | 0.91 km |
| Parsaunda | South | 0.94 km |
| Trilokpur Tiwari | East | 1.01 km |
| Mahuwapar | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Kharthua | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Machaua Babu | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Lala Jot | South | 1.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivjot
Public transport in the Shivjot is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gaur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 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 Basti to Shivjot is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Shivjot is about 28 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 Shivjot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivjot 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 Shivjot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivjot 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shivjot
Where is Shivjot located?
Shivjot village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivjot?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivjot is Trilokpur Tiwari.
What is the pincode of Shivjot?
The pincode of Shivjot is 272155.
What is the population of Shivjot?
Shivjot had a total population of 106, including 54 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Shivjot?
Shivjot had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivjot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivjot was 70.00%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 50.00%.