Shamda
Shamda is a village located in Mandawar tehsil of Alwar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mandawar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Alwar. As per 2009 stats, Shamda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shamda unique in its vibrant Mandawar-Alwar region. You’ll see Shamda’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 Shamda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shamda is 072073. The village spans a total geographical area of 1412.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 301412. Behror is nearest town to Shamda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shamda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mundawar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shamda
Population of Shamda
According to the 2011 Census, Shamda has a total population of about 3,068, with approximately 1,626 males and 1,442 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 438 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 679 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 59.62%, with male literacy at about 70.11% and female literacy near 47.78%. There are around 509 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shamda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,068 | 1,626 | 1,442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 227 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 679 | 370 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,829 | 1,140 | 689 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,239 | 486 | 753 |
Connectivity of Shamda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shamda. As per the 2011 stats, Shamda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shamda
Knowing the nearby villages of Shamda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shamda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shamda
- Where is Shamda located?
- Shamda village is situated in Mandawar Tehsil, within the Alwar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shamda?
- Shamda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shamda?
- The pincode of Shamda is 301412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shamda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shamda is 3,068, with 1,626 males and 1,442 females.
- How many households are there in Shamda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shamda village has a total of 509 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shamda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shamda is 59.62%. The male literacy rate is 70.11%, while the female literacy rate is 47.78%.