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
According to the 2011 Census, Shivgarh village had a total population of 1,537 people, including 830 males and 707 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.52%, with male literacy at 46.58% and female literacy at 21.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,140.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,537, including 830 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Shivgarh?
Shivgarh had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shivgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivgarh was 34.52%. Male literacy was 46.58% and female literacy was 21.29%.