Shivepur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Shivepur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Shivepur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivepur is 203464. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.9 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode.
Shivepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivepur
As per Census 2011, Shivepur village has a total population of 1,450 people, consisting of 728 males and 722 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 821 literate and 629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 529 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,450 | 728 | 722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 120 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 529 | 276 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 528 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 200 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Shivepur
Shivepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirarehti | South | 1.01 km |
| Damodar Pur | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Jashara | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Rehtimali Pur | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Parsauli | East | 1.66 km |
| Tirchhi | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Khalispur | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Khojapur | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Moujpur | South | 2.07 km |
| Ali Nager | North | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivepur
Shivepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dullahapur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghazipur to Shivepur 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 Shivepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivepur 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 Shivepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivepur 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 Shivepur
Where is Shivepur located?
Shivepur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivepur?
Shivepur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivepur?
The pincode of Shivepur is 275202.
What is the population of Shivepur?
Shivepur has a total population of 1,450, including 728 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Shivepur?
There are 215 households in Shivepur.
What is the literacy rate in Shivepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivepur is 56.62%. Male literacy is 72.53% and female literacy is 40.58%.