Shivgarh - Jaswantpura, Jalore
Shivgarh is a village situated in the Jaswantpura tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from Bhinmal and around 70 km from Jalor. Rajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivgarh is 089403. The village covers a total geographical area of 738 hectares and falls under the 343049 pincode. Bhinmal is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shivgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivgarh
As per Census 2011, Shivgarh village has a total population of 1,537 people, consisting of 830 males and 707 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 1,112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,537 | 830 | 707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 186 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,140 | 627 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 300 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,112 | 530 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Shivgarh
Shivgarh 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 Shivgarh
Shivgarh 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 | 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 Bhinmal to Shivgarh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Shivgarh is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivgarh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shivgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivgarh
Where is Shivgarh located?
Shivgarh village is located in Jaswantpura Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivgarh is Rajpura.
What is the pincode of Shivgarh?
The pincode of Shivgarh is 343049.
What is the population of Shivgarh?
Shivgarh has a total population of 1,537, including 830 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Shivgarh?
There are 259 households in Shivgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Shivgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivgarh is 27.65%. Male literacy is 36.14% and female literacy is 17.68%.