Shahgarh - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Shahgarh is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Shahgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahgarh is 458412. The village covers a total geographical area of 3696.77 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Shahgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Shahgarh village had a total population of 1,652 people, including 837 males and 815 females, living in 371 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.95%, with male literacy at 63.70% and female literacy at 49.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 741, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 1,652 | 837 | 815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 140 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 741 | 376 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 778 | 444 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 393 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Shahgarh
Shahgarh 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 Shahgarh
Public transport in the Shahgarh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bijawar to Shahgarh is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Shahgarh is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahgarh 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 Shahgarh
Where is Shahgarh located?
Shahgarh village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahgarh?
Shahgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shahgarh?
The pincode of Shahgarh is 471405.
What is the population of Shahgarh?
Shahgarh had a total population of 1,652, including 837 males and 815 females.
How many households are there in Shahgarh?
Shahgarh had 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahgarh was 56.95%. Male literacy was 63.70% and female literacy was 49.93%.