Shivpur - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Shivpur is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Ramaeepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpur is 158230. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.49 hectares and falls under the 230141 pincode. Kunda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shivpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shivpur village had a total population of 337 people, including 154 males and 183 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.91%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 65.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 337 | 154 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 46 | 76 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peeng | East | 0.90 km |
| Bhitari | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Nagaiymaoo | West | 1.30 km |
| Muraini | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Dhangarh | North | 1.68 km |
| Ray Kashipur | East | 2.03 km |
| Kajipur Kusemer | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Murtajapur | West | 2.19 km |
| Saray Bhawani Baksh | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Raghubar | North | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivpur
Shivpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kunda Harnamganj, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kunda to Shivpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Shivpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shivpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivpur is Ramaeepur.
What is the pincode of Shivpur?
The pincode of Shivpur is 230141.
What is the population of Shivpur?
Shivpur had a total population of 337, including 154 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Shivpur?
Shivpur had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpur was 71.91%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 65.24%.