Shah Garh - Koil, Aligarh
Shah Garh is a village situated in the Koil tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koil and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Shah Garh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shah Garh is 122621. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.88 hectares and falls under the 202129 pincode. Kaudiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Shah Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chharra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hathras Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shah Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Shah Garh village had a total population of 5,237 people, including 2,797 males and 2,440 females, living in 969 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.20%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 51.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,911.
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 | 5,237 | 2,797 | 2,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 837 | 438 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,911 | 1,056 | 855 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,781 | 1,738 | 1,043 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,456 | 1,059 | 1,397 |
Nearby Villages of Shah Garh
Shah Garh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipur Manipur | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Nagaria Patti Chahram | North | 1.99 km |
| Qasimpur | East | 2.44 km |
| Karahla | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Gobra | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Dabha | South | 3.25 km |
| Dabhaura | East | 3.29 km |
| Kheria Harchand | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Dabhi | South | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shah Garh
Shah Garh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sikandra Rao, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 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 Kaudiyaganj to Shah Garh is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Shah Garh is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shah Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shah Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shah Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shah Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shah Garh
Where is Shah Garh located?
Shah Garh village is located in Koil Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shah Garh?
Shah Garh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shah Garh?
The pincode of Shah Garh is 202129.
What is the population of Shah Garh?
Shah Garh had a total population of 5,237, including 2,797 males and 2,440 females.
How many households are there in Shah Garh?
Shah Garh had 969 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shah Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shah Garh was 63.20%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 51.10%.