Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Sonbhadra Banshi Suryapur subdivision of Arwal district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sonbhadra Banshi Suryapur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Arwal. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Arwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sherpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpur is 260836. The village spans a total geographical area of 153 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 804419. Arwal is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Sherpur

Below is a concise population overview of Sherpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,511 1,345 1,166
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 412 215 197
Scheduled Castes (SC) 318 151 167
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,528 918 610
Illiterate Population 983 427 556

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sherpur village:

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 2,511, including approximately 1,345 males and 1,166 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 412 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 318 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 60.85%, with male literacy at 68.25% and female literacy at 52.32%.
  • There are around 428 households in Sherpur village.

Connectivity of Sherpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sherpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sherpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Sherpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherpur.

Moglapur Turuk Telpa Akraunja Chak Zindapur Mali Gangapur Karwa Balram Anuan Bhagwatipur Sarfar Pur Rampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Sonbhadra Banshi Suryapur Subdivision, within the Arwal district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
Sherpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 804419, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpur is 2,511, with 1,345 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 428 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 60.85%. The male literacy rate is 68.25%, while the female literacy rate is 52.32%.