Shahnagar - Sindhari, Balotra
Shahnagar is a village situated in the Sindhari tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 73 km from Gudha Malani and around 85 km from Barmer. Lohidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahnagar is 087893. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.12 hectares and falls under the 344033 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shahnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siwana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahnagar
As per Census 2011, Shahnagar village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 321 males and 309 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 321 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 81 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 240 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Shahnagar
Shahnagar 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 Shahnagar
Public transport in the Shahnagar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Balotra to Shahnagar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Shahnagar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahnagar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shahnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahnagar
Where is Shahnagar located?
Shahnagar village is located in Sindhari Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahnagar is Lohidi.
What is the pincode of Shahnagar?
The pincode of Shahnagar is 344033.
What is the population of Shahnagar?
Shahnagar has a total population of 630, including 321 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Shahnagar?
There are 122 households in Shahnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Shahnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahnagar is 15.56%. Male literacy is 25.23% and female literacy is 5.50%.