Shamgarh
Shamgarh is a village located in Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Samrala (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Shamgarh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shamgarh unique in its vibrant Samrala-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Shamgarh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shamgarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamgarh is 033130. The village spans a total geographical area of 148 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141114. Samrala is nearest town to Shamgarh village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shamgarh
Population of Shamgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Shamgarh has a total population of about 1,812, with approximately 979 males and 833 females. The sex ratio is around 850 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 206 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,193 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.60%, with male literacy at about 73.03% and female literacy near 61.22%. There are around 360 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamgarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,812 | 979 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 127 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,193 | 654 | 539 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,225 | 715 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 264 | 323 |
Connectivity of Shamgarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamgarh. As per the 2011 stats, Shamgarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamgarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamgarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamgarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamgarh
- Where is Shamgarh located?
- Shamgarh village is situated in Samrala Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamgarh?
- Shamgarh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shamgarh?
- The pincode of Shamgarh is 141114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shamgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamgarh is 1,812, with 979 males and 833 females.
- How many households are there in Shamgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamgarh village has a total of 360 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamgarh is 67.60%. The male literacy rate is 73.03%, while the female literacy rate is 61.22%.