Shivrajgadh - Gondal, Rajkot
Shivrajgadh is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Shivrajgadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivrajgadh is 513257. The village covers a total geographical area of 5240.28 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shivrajgadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivrajgadh
According to the 2011 Census, Shivrajgadh village had a total population of 6,726 people, including 3,494 males and 3,232 females, living in 1,344 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 76.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248.
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 | 6,726 | 3,494 | 3,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 704 | 387 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 139 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,907 | 2,663 | 2,244 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,819 | 831 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Shivrajgadh
Shivrajgadh 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 Shivrajgadh
Shivrajgadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shivrajgadh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gondal to Shivrajgadh is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Shivrajgadh is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivrajgadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivrajgadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shivrajgadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivrajgadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivrajgadh
Where is Shivrajgadh located?
Shivrajgadh village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shivrajgadh?
Shivrajgadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivrajgadh?
The pincode of Shivrajgadh is 360311.
What is the population of Shivrajgadh?
Shivrajgadh had a total population of 6,726, including 3,494 males and 3,232 females.
How many households are there in Shivrajgadh?
Shivrajgadh had 1,344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivrajgadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivrajgadh was 81.48%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 76.98%.