Shiv Nagar - Osian, Jodhpur
Shiv Nagar is a village situated in the Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Osian and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Hanuman Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shiv Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiv Nagar is 084485. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.2 hectares and falls under the 342302 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Shiv Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Osian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shiv Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Shiv Nagar village had a total population of 160 people, including 86 males and 74 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.75%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 42.11%.
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 | 160 | 86 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 55 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 31 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Shiv Nagar
Shiv Nagar 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 Shiv Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shiv Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phalodi to Shiv Nagar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Shiv Nagar is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiv Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiv Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shiv Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiv Nagar 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 Shiv Nagar
Where is Shiv Nagar located?
Shiv Nagar village is located in Osian Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shiv Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shiv Nagar is Hanuman Nagar.
What is the pincode of Shiv Nagar?
The pincode of Shiv Nagar is 342302.
What is the population of Shiv Nagar?
Shiv Nagar had a total population of 160, including 86 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Shiv Nagar?
Shiv Nagar had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiv Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiv Nagar was 64.75%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 42.11%.