Shivapur - Obra, Sonbhadra
Shivapur is a village situated in the Obra tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Robertsganj and around 70 km from Sonbhadra. Khetkatva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivapur is 214065. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.94 hectares and falls under the 231226 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Shivapur 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 Robertsganj Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shivapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shivapur village had a total population of 482 people, including 264 males and 218 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.49%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 44.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 264.
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 | 482 | 264 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 64 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 152 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 120 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 144 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Shivapur
Shivapur 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 Shivapur
Public transport in the Shivapur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Shivapur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shivapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivapur
Where is Shivapur located?
Shivapur village is located in Obra Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shivapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivapur is Khetkatva.
What is the pincode of Shivapur?
The pincode of Shivapur is 231226.
What is the population of Shivapur?
Shivapur had a total population of 482, including 264 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Shivapur?
Shivapur had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivapur was 52.49%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 44.20%.