Shiorajpur - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Shiorajpur is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Shivrajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiorajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiorajpur is 186498. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.29 hectares and falls under the 273407 pincode.
Shiorajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shiorajpur
As per Census 2011, Shiorajpur village has a total population of 1,002 people, consisting of 524 males and 478 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 563 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shiorajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,002 | 524 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 293 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 3 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 563 | 351 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 173 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Shiorajpur
Shiorajpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shiorajpur
Shiorajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gorakhpur to Shiorajpur is about 39 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 Shiorajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiorajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shiorajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiorajpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shiorajpur
Where is Shiorajpur located?
Shiorajpur village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiorajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiorajpur is Shivrajpur.
What is the pincode of Shiorajpur?
The pincode of Shiorajpur is 273407.
What is the population of Shiorajpur?
Shiorajpur has a total population of 1,002, including 524 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Shiorajpur?
There are 141 households in Shiorajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shiorajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiorajpur is 56.19%. Male literacy is 66.98% and female literacy is 44.35%.