Shyampur - Rishikesh, Dehradun
Shyampur is a village situated in the Rishikesh tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rishikesh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Shayam Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shyampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shyampur is 045342. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shyampur 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 Rishikesh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shyampur
According to the 2011 Census, Shyampur village had a total population of 7,052 people, including 3,656 males and 3,396 females, living in 1,432 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.09%, with male literacy at 94.57% and female literacy at 79.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 417, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 7,052 | 3,656 | 3,396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 762 | 415 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 213 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 5,478 | 3,065 | 2,413 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,574 | 591 | 983 |
Nearby Villages of Shyampur
Shyampur 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 Shyampur
Shyampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shyampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Shyampur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Shyampur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shyampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shyampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shyampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shyampur 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 Shyampur
Where is Shyampur located?
Shyampur village is located in Rishikesh Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shyampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shyampur is Shayam Pur.
What is the pincode of Shyampur?
The pincode of Shyampur is 248001.
What is the population of Shyampur?
Shyampur had a total population of 7,052, including 3,656 males and 3,396 females.
How many households are there in Shyampur?
Shyampur had 1,432 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shyampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shyampur was 87.09%. Male literacy was 94.57% and female literacy was 79.14%.