Shambhugarh - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Shambhugarh is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Kishor Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shambhugarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shambhugarh is 085159. The village covers a total geographical area of 798.63 hectares and falls under the 342021 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Shambhugarh 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 Shambhugarh
According to the 2011 Census, Shambhugarh village had a total population of 324 people, including 176 males and 148 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.44%, with male literacy at 83.22% and female literacy at 55.20%.
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 | 324 | 176 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 124 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 52 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Shambhugarh
Shambhugarh 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 Shambhugarh
Public transport in the Shambhugarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jodhpur to Shambhugarh is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shambhugarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shambhugarh 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 Shambhugarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shambhugarh 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 Shambhugarh
Where is Shambhugarh located?
Shambhugarh village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shambhugarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Shambhugarh is Kishor Nagar.
What is the pincode of Shambhugarh?
The pincode of Shambhugarh is 342021.
What is the population of Shambhugarh?
Shambhugarh had a total population of 324, including 176 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Shambhugarh?
Shambhugarh had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shambhugarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shambhugarh was 70.44%. Male literacy was 83.22% and female literacy was 55.20%.