Shorti - Manohar Thana, Jhalawar
Shorti is a village situated in the Manohar Thana tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manohar Thana and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Shorti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shorti is 104671. The village covers a total geographical area of 1028.02 hectares and falls under the 326037 pincode. Jhalawar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Shorti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shorti
According to the 2011 Census, Shorti village had a total population of 2,359 people, including 1,240 males and 1,119 females, living in 456 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.82%, with male literacy at 70.50% and female literacy at 33.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 549.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shorti
Shorti 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 Shorti
Shorti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jhalawar to Shorti is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shorti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shorti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shorti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shorti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shorti
Where is Shorti located?
Shorti village is located in Manohar Thana Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shorti?
Shorti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shorti?
The pincode of Shorti is 326037.
What is the population of Shorti?
Shorti had a total population of 2,359, including 1,240 males and 1,119 females.
How many households are there in Shorti?
Shorti had 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shorti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shorti was 52.82%. Male literacy was 70.50% and female literacy was 33.87%.