Shergaon - Shergaon Circle, West Kameng
Shergaon is a village situated in the Shergaon Circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Bomdila. Kro Ghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shergaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shergaon is 261772. The village covers a total geographical area of 22680 hectares and falls under the 790003 pincode. Rupa is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shergaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shergaon
As per Census 2011, Shergaon village has a total population of 1,393 people, consisting of 756 males and 637 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 842 literate and 551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 761 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shergaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,393 | 756 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 71 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 761 | 405 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 494 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 262 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Shergaon
Shergaon 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 Shergaon
Shergaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rupa to Shergaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Shergaon 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 Shergaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shergaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shergaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shergaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shergaon
Where is Shergaon located?
Shergaon village is located in Shergaon Circle Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shergaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shergaon is Kro Ghat.
What is the pincode of Shergaon?
The pincode of Shergaon is 790003.
What is the population of Shergaon?
Shergaon has a total population of 1,393, including 756 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Shergaon?
There are 336 households in Shergaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shergaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shergaon is 60.45%. Male literacy is 65.34% and female literacy is 54.63%.