Shakkargarh - Deogarh, Rajsamand
Shakkargarh is a village situated in the Deogarh tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deogarh and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Miyala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakkargarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakkargarh is 096539. The village covers a total geographical area of 654 hectares and falls under the 313341 pincode. Deogarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Shakkargarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shakkargarh
As per Census 2011, Shakkargarh village has a total population of 1,073 people, consisting of 542 males and 531 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 588 literate and 485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 406 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakkargarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,073 | 542 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 100 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 202 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 377 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 165 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Shakkargarh
Shakkargarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laxmipura | East | 1.49 km |
| Dhorela | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Theekarwas Khurd | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Rughnathpura | East | 2.71 km |
| Atholiya | North | 3.11 km |
| Kahari | West | 3.18 km |
| Devraj Nagar | North | 3.18 km |
| Kalagun | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Lasani | South | 3.85 km |
| Theekarwas Kalan | South-West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shakkargarh
Public transport in the Shakkargarh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khamil Ghat, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| 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 Deogarh to Shakkargarh is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajsamand to Shakkargarh is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakkargarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakkargarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shakkargarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakkargarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shakkargarh
Where is Shakkargarh located?
Shakkargarh village is located in Deogarh Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakkargarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakkargarh is Miyala.
What is the pincode of Shakkargarh?
The pincode of Shakkargarh is 313341.
What is the population of Shakkargarh?
Shakkargarh has a total population of 1,073, including 542 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Shakkargarh?
There are 254 households in Shakkargarh.
What is the literacy rate in Shakkargarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakkargarh is 54.80%. Male literacy is 69.56% and female literacy is 39.74%.