Shohrok - Aron, Guna
Shohrok is a village situated in the Aron tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aron and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Saharog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shohrok village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shohrok is 499815. The village covers a total geographical area of 510 hectares and falls under the 473101 pincode. Aron is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shohrok village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shohrok
According to the 2011 Census, Shohrok village had a total population of 1,882 people, including 957 males and 925 females, living in 394 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.81%, with male literacy at 72.16% and female literacy at 52.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 1,882 | 957 | 925 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 181 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 115 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 560 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 931 | 397 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Shohrok
Shohrok 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 Shohrok
Shohrok is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aron to Shohrok is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Shohrok is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shohrok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shohrok 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 Shohrok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shohrok village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shohrok
Where is Shohrok located?
Shohrok village is located in Aron Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shohrok?
The Gram Panchayat of Shohrok is Saharog.
What is the pincode of Shohrok?
The pincode of Shohrok is 473101.
What is the population of Shohrok?
Shohrok had a total population of 1,882, including 957 males and 925 females.
How many households are there in Shohrok?
Shohrok had 394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shohrok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shohrok was 62.81%. Male literacy was 72.16% and female literacy was 52.98%.