Chauthgarh - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Chauthgarh is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Ramgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauthgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauthgarh is 085442. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.56 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Chauthgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauthgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Chauthgarh village had a total population of 554 people, including 288 males and 266 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.90%, with male literacy at 47.22% and female literacy at 19.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 509.
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 | 554 | 288 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 72 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 509 | 266 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 102 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 186 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Chauthgarh
Chauthgarh 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 Chauthgarh
Public transport in the Chauthgarh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jodhpur to Chauthgarh is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauthgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauthgarh 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chauthgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauthgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chauthgarh
Where is Chauthgarh located?
Chauthgarh village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chauthgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauthgarh is Ramgarh.
What is the pincode of Chauthgarh?
The pincode of Chauthgarh is 342022.
What is the population of Chauthgarh?
Chauthgarh had a total population of 554, including 288 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Chauthgarh?
Chauthgarh had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauthgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauthgarh was 33.90%. Male literacy was 47.22% and female literacy was 19.07%.