Shrigarh - Ambikapur, Surguja
Shrigarh is a village situated in the Ambikapur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 3 km from Ambikapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Shrigarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shrigarh is 432955. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.01 hectares and falls under the 497001 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Shrigarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shrigarh
As per Census 2011, Shrigarh village has a total population of 1,142 people, consisting of 627 males and 515 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 821 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 728 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 300 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shrigarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,142 | 627 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 89 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 151 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 436 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 191 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Shrigarh
Shrigarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanti Prakashpur | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Badhiya Chuwan | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Manik Prakashpur Alias Khukhari | South | 2.38 km |
| Kanthi | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Khala | South | 4.03 km |
| Gangapur Khurd | West | 4.41 km |
| Malgawan Khurd | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Jagdishpur | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Lalmati | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Ranpur Khurd | North-East | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shrigarh
Shrigarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Shrigarh is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shrigarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shrigarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shrigarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shrigarh 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 Shrigarh
Where is Shrigarh located?
Shrigarh village is located in Ambikapur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shrigarh?
Shrigarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shrigarh?
The pincode of Shrigarh is 497001.
What is the population of Shrigarh?
Shrigarh has a total population of 1,142, including 627 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Shrigarh?
There are 212 households in Shrigarh.
What is the literacy rate in Shrigarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shrigarh is 63.75%. Male literacy is 69.54% and female literacy is 56.70%.