Shivgarh - Raniganj, Pratapgarh
Shivgarh is a village situated in the Raniganj tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raniganj and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Shivgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivgarh is 159623. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.9 hectares and falls under the 230306 pincode. Pratapgarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shivgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raniganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pratapgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivgarh
As per Census 2011, Shivgarh village has a total population of 1,702 people, consisting of 859 males and 843 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,092 literate and 610 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,702 | 859 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 161 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 90 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 1,092 | 642 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 217 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Shivgarh
Shivgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathethi | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Sachauli | West | 1.33 km |
| Rampur Adharganj | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Daherkhurd | East | 1.52 km |
| Najiyapur | North | 1.61 km |
| Daherkala | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Ghorka Talukdari | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Prajapatipur | East | 2.04 km |
| Jariyari | South | 2.13 km |
| Dhanvantr Patti | North-West | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivgarh
The nearest railway station is Pirthiganj, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pratapgarh to Shivgarh is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Shivgarh
Where is Shivgarh located?
Shivgarh village is located in Raniganj Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivgarh?
Shivgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivgarh?
The pincode of Shivgarh is 230306.
What is the population of Shivgarh?
Shivgarh has a total population of 1,702, including 859 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Shivgarh?
There are 255 households in Shivgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Shivgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivgarh is 64.16%. Male literacy is 74.74% and female literacy is 53.38%.