Shivnani - Jainti, Almora
Shivnani is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Syunani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivnani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivnani is 053456. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.61 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Shivnani 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivnani
According to the 2011 Census, Shivnani village had a total population of 262 people, including 114 males and 148 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,298 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.10%, with male literacy at 92.22% and female literacy at 56.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 262 | 114 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 83 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 31 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Shivnani
Shivnani 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 Shivnani
Shivnani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Almora to Shivnani is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivnani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivnani 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 Shivnani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivnani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivnani
Where is Shivnani located?
Shivnani village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shivnani?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivnani is Syunani.
What is the pincode of Shivnani?
The pincode of Shivnani is 263626.
What is the population of Shivnani?
Shivnani had a total population of 262, including 114 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Shivnani?
Shivnani had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivnani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivnani was 71.10%. Male literacy was 92.22% and female literacy was 56.25%.