Shamiyan - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Shamiyan is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Peepliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamiyan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamiyan is 104851. The village covers a total geographical area of 740.99 hectares and falls under the 326501 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Shamiyan 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 Shamiyan
As per Census 2011, Shamiyan village has a total population of 1,293 people, consisting of 669 males and 624 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 670 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shamiyan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,293 | 669 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 85 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 175 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 479 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 190 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Shamiyan
Shamiyan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpura | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Kaliyakheri | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Rajpura | North | 2.33 km |
| Ganeshpura | South | 2.41 km |
| Peepliya | East | 2.58 km |
| Kishanpura | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Guradiya Jhala | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Govindpura | North | 3.94 km |
| Garnawad | South | 4.00 km |
| Karanpura | West | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shamiyan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shamiyan. The nearest railway station is Jhalawar Road, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Shamiyan is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Shamiyan is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamiyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamiyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shamiyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamiyan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shamiyan
Where is Shamiyan located?
Shamiyan village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamiyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamiyan is Peepliya.
What is the pincode of Shamiyan?
The pincode of Shamiyan is 326501.
What is the population of Shamiyan?
Shamiyan has a total population of 1,293, including 669 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Shamiyan?
There are 253 households in Shamiyan.
What is the literacy rate in Shamiyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamiyan is 51.82%. Male literacy is 71.60% and female literacy is 30.61%.