Sharda - Aundhi, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Sharda is a village situated in the Aundhi tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 48 km from Manpur and around 148 km from Rajnandgaon. Pendodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharda is 441536. The village covers a total geographical area of 923.73 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Sharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sharda
As per Census 2011, Sharda village has a total population of 448 people, consisting of 215 males and 233 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 335 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sharda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 448 | 215 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 335 | 170 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 144 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 71 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Sharda
Sharda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nalkasa | North | 2.24 km |
| Baler | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Serkheda | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Chichwahi | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Mundeli | East | 3.31 km |
| Pendodi | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Domikalan | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Ghodajhari | South | 4.27 km |
| Garhdomi | North | 4.29 km |
| Morchul | West | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sharda
Sharda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Sharda is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Sharda is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sharda
Where is Sharda located?
Sharda village is located in Aundhi Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sharda is Pendodi.
What is the pincode of Sharda?
The pincode of Sharda is 491229.
What is the population of Sharda?
Sharda has a total population of 448, including 215 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Sharda?
There are 94 households in Sharda.
What is the literacy rate in Sharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharda is 59.38%. Male literacy is 66.98% and female literacy is 52.36%.