Shergarh - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Shergarh is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Shergad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shergarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shergarh is 456119. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.27 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Shergarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shivpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shergarh
As per Census 2011, Shergarh village has a total population of 1,422 people, consisting of 780 males and 642 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 823 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 535 literate and 887 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shergarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,422 | 780 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 134 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 324 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 887 | 456 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Shergarh
Shergarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rupepur | South | 2.01 km |
| Shivraj | North | 2.35 km |
| Rautora | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Bhagal | West | 2.85 km |
| Hinotiya Dakhili | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Padora | South | 3.39 km |
| Gadhoiya | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Khadela | North | 4.38 km |
| Dhamdhouli | West | 4.44 km |
| Kem Kheda | South-West | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shergarh
Shergarh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kolaras, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.6 km.
| 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 Pichhore to Shergarh is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Shergarh is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shergarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shergarh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shergarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shergarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shergarh
Where is Shergarh located?
Shergarh village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shergarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Shergarh is Shergad.
What is the pincode of Shergarh?
The pincode of Shergarh is 473995.
What is the population of Shergarh?
Shergarh has a total population of 1,422, including 780 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Shergarh?
There are 297 households in Shergarh.
What is the literacy rate in Shergarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shergarh is 37.62%. Male literacy is 41.54% and female literacy is 32.87%.