Shakti Nagar - Chitalwana, Jalore
Shakti Nagar is a village situated in the Chitalwana tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 46 km from Sanchore and around 150 km from Jalor. Itada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakti Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakti Nagar is 089590. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.04 hectares and falls under the 343040 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Shakti Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakti Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shakti Nagar village had a total population of 176 people, including 90 males and 86 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.84%, with male literacy at 74.67% and female literacy at 45.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 56 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 34 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Shakti Nagar
Shakti Nagar 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 Shakti Nagar
Shakti Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Shakti Nagar is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Shakti Nagar is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakti Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakti Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shakti Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakti Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shakti Nagar
Where is Shakti Nagar located?
Shakti Nagar village is located in Chitalwana Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shakti Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakti Nagar is Itada.
What is the pincode of Shakti Nagar?
The pincode of Shakti Nagar is 343040.
What is the population of Shakti Nagar?
Shakti Nagar had a total population of 176, including 90 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Shakti Nagar?
Shakti Nagar had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shakti Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakti Nagar was 60.84%. Male literacy was 74.67% and female literacy was 45.59%.