Shorti
Shorti is a village located in Manohar Thana tehsil of Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Manohar Thana (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Jhalawar. As per 2009 stats, Shorti village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shorti unique in its vibrant Manohar Thana-Jhalawar region. You’ll see Shorti’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shorti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shorti is 104671. The village spans a total geographical area of 1028.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 326037. Jhalawar is nearest town to Shorti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shorti village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shorti
Population of Shorti
According to the 2011 Census, Shorti has a total population of about 2,359, with approximately 1,240 males and 1,119 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 426 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 134 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 549. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.28%, with male literacy at about 56.85% and female literacy near 28.24%. There are around 456 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shorti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,359 | 1,240 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 240 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 73 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 549 | 293 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 705 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,338 | 535 | 803 |
Connectivity of Shorti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shorti. As per the 2011 stats, Shorti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shorti
Knowing the nearby villages of Shorti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shorti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shorti
- Where is Shorti located?
- Shorti village is situated in Manohar Thana Tehsil, within the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shorti?
- Shorti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shorti?
- The pincode of Shorti is 326037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shorti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shorti is 2,359, with 1,240 males and 1,119 females.
- How many households are there in Shorti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shorti village has a total of 456 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shorti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shorti is 43.28%. The male literacy rate is 56.85%, while the female literacy rate is 28.24%.