Shergarh - Atru, Baran
Shergarh is a village situated in the Atru tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atru and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Shergarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shergarh is 102921. The village covers a total geographical area of 4036.16 hectares and falls under the 325223 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 60 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 Baran-atru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shergarh
As per Census 2011, Shergarh village has a total population of 1,063 people, consisting of 532 males and 531 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 656 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shergarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,063 | 532 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 393 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 139 | 268 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkheri | South | 3.60 km |
| Kanwariya | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Raipuriya | North | 4.66 km |
| Narsinghpura | East | 5.15 km |
| Kishanpura Masaldaran | North-East | 5.26 km |
| Karjoona | North-East | 5.76 km |
| Bahrawada | West | 5.98 km |
| Naya Gaon Thakooran | West | 6.05 km |
| Jhagar | South-West | 6.60 km |
| Neemthoor | South-East | 6.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shergarh
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shergarh. The nearest railway station is Salpura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baran to Shergarh is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shergarh
Where is Shergarh located?
Shergarh village is located in Atru Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shergarh?
Shergarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shergarh?
The pincode of Shergarh is 325223.
What is the population of Shergarh?
Shergarh has a total population of 1,063, including 532 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Shergarh?
There are 237 households in Shergarh.
What is the literacy rate in Shergarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shergarh is 61.71%. Male literacy is 73.87% and female literacy is 49.53%.