Shivgarh - Sailana, Ratlam
Shivgarh is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Shivgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivgarh is 470603. The village covers a total geographical area of 682.6 hectares and falls under the 457001 pincode. Ratlam is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shivgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shivgarh
As per Census 2011, Shivgarh village has a total population of 4,520 people, consisting of 2,245 males and 2,275 females. The village has 875 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 585 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,045 literate and 1,475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 661 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,066 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,520 | 2,245 | 2,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 585 | 289 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 661 | 340 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,066 | 497 | 569 |
| Literate Population | 3,045 | 1,689 | 1,356 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,475 | 556 | 919 |
Nearby Villages of Shivgarh
Shivgarh 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 Shivgarh
Shivgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Ratlam to Shivgarh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shivgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivgarh 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shivgarh
Where is Shivgarh located?
Shivgarh village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivgarh?
Shivgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivgarh?
The pincode of Shivgarh is 457001.
What is the population of Shivgarh?
Shivgarh has a total population of 4,520, including 2,245 males and 2,275 females.
How many households are there in Shivgarh?
There are 875 households in Shivgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Shivgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivgarh is 67.37%. Male literacy is 75.23% and female literacy is 59.60%.