Shivpur - Shohratgarh, Siddharthnagar
Shivpur is a village situated in the Shohratgarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shohratgarh and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Birdpur No. 12 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivpur is 176235. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.14 hectares and falls under the 272202 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
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 Kapilvastu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivpur
As per Census 2011, Shivpur village has a total population of 321 people, consisting of 154 males and 167 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 321 | 154 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 58 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 84 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 70 | 107 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marawatiya Kurmi | North-East | 0.74 km |
| Parsa Mutalika Alidapur | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Alidapur | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Birdpur No.8 | East | 2.02 km |
| Tidi | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Birdpur No. 12 | South | 2.56 km |
| Chakaijot | North | 2.81 km |
| Sita Ram Pur | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Mahadewa Misir | North | 3.45 km |
| Ahirauli | North | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivpur
Shivpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chilhia, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 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 Siddharthnagar to Shivpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 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 Shohratgarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivpur is Birdpur No. 12.
What is the pincode of Shivpur?
The pincode of Shivpur is 272202.
What is the population of Shivpur?
Shivpur has a total population of 321, including 154 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Shivpur?
There are 53 households in Shivpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shivpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivpur is 44.86%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 35.93%.