Shivpur - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Shivpur is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Shivpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpur is 207265. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.42 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode.
Shivpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivpur
As per Census 2011, Shivpur village has a total population of 2,144 people, consisting of 1,076 males and 1,068 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 376 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,329 literate and 815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,144 | 1,076 | 1,068 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 185 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 147 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 1,329 | 797 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 815 | 279 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Shivpur
Shivpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badawalkhas | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Kalyanpur | West | 1.61 km |
| Barthara Kala | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Pipari | South | 1.76 km |
| Bhojapur | West | 1.91 km |
| Ballipur | West | 1.92 km |
| Goejar | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Tenwar | North | 2.07 km |
| Barthi | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Marauja | South-East | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivpur
Shivpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sakaldiha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chandauli to Shivpur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shivpur
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 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 Shivpur
Where is Shivpur located?
Shivpur village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivpur?
Shivpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivpur?
The pincode of Shivpur is 232109.
What is the population of Shivpur?
Shivpur has a total population of 2,144, including 1,076 males and 1,068 females.
How many households are there in Shivpur?
There are 277 households in Shivpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpur is 61.99%. Male literacy is 74.07% and female literacy is 49.81%.