Shop - Aligarh, Tonk
Shop is a village situated in the Aligarh tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from Uniara and around 58 km from Tonk. Sop serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shop village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shop is 093619. The village covers a total geographical area of 2262.89 hectares and falls under the 304023 pincode. Uniara is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Shop village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli - uniara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shop
As per Census 2011, Shop village has a total population of 5,482 people, consisting of 2,774 males and 2,708 females. The village has 1,014 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 950 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,666 literate and 2,816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,659 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shop are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,482 | 2,774 | 2,708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 950 | 489 | 461 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,659 | 820 | 839 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 86 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 2,666 | 1,699 | 967 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,816 | 1,075 | 1,741 |
Nearby Villages of Shop
Shop 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Firozpura | North | 2.79 km |
| Galwaniya | South | 3.27 km |
| Mahuwa | West | 3.78 km |
| Mandawara | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Raheem Nagar | South | 4.00 km |
| Bagawda | East | 4.01 km |
| Khijoori | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Ahmad Nagar | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Saddik Nagar | North | 4.79 km |
| Manoharpura | South | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shop
Shop is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amli, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Uniara to Shop is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Shop is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shop
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shop village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shop
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shop 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Shop
Where is Shop located?
Shop village is located in Aligarh Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shop?
The Gram Panchayat of Shop is Sop.
What is the pincode of Shop?
The pincode of Shop is 304023.
What is the population of Shop?
Shop has a total population of 5,482, including 2,774 males and 2,708 females.
How many households are there in Shop?
There are 1,014 households in Shop.
What is the literacy rate in Shop?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shop is 48.63%. Male literacy is 61.25% and female literacy is 35.71%.