Sher Garh - Amloh, Fatehgarh Sahib
Sher Garh is a village situated in the Amloh tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amloh and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Shergarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sher Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sher Garh is 032833. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 147203 pincode. Amloh is the nearest town.
Sher Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amloh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sher Garh
As per Census 2011, Sher Garh village has a total population of 637 people, consisting of 329 males and 308 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 419 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 358 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sher Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 329 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 358 | 185 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 238 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 91 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Sher Garh
Sher Garh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharpur Garh | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Kanjari | North | 1.43 km |
| Diwa Gandhuan | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Kapur Garh | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Tibbi | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Malowal | South | 2.65 km |
| Himatgarh Channa | East | 3.28 km |
| Shamaspur | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Lallon Khurd | North | 3.49 km |
| Raipur Arian | South-West | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sher Garh
Sher Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khanna, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 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 Fatehgarh Sahib to Sher Garh is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sher Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sher Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sher Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sher Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sher Garh
Where is Sher Garh located?
Sher Garh village is located in Amloh Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sher Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Sher Garh is Shergarh.
What is the pincode of Sher Garh?
The pincode of Sher Garh is 147203.
What is the population of Sher Garh?
Sher Garh has a total population of 637, including 329 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Sher Garh?
There are 107 households in Sher Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Sher Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sher Garh is 65.78%. Male literacy is 72.34% and female literacy is 58.77%.