Sher
Sher is a village located in Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Baheri (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Darbhanga. As per 2009 stats, Hawidih South is the gram panchayat of Sher village.
Here you can discover what makes Sher unique in its vibrant Baheri-Darbhanga region. You’ll see Sher’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sher
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sher is 227659. The village spans a total geographical area of 327 hectares. Darbhanga is nearest town to Sher village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Sher
Population of Sher
According to the 2011 Census, Sher has a total population of about 3,937, with approximately 1,982 males and 1,955 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 854 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 896 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.27%, with male literacy at about 56.61% and female literacy near 31.76%. There are around 819 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sher's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,937 | 1,982 | 1,955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 854 | 417 | 437 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 896 | 454 | 442 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,743 | 1,122 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,194 | 860 | 1,334 |
Connectivity of Sher
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sher. As per the 2011 stats, Sher 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sher
Knowing the nearby villages of Sher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sher.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sher
- Where is Sher located?
- Sher village is situated in Baheri Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sher?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sher is Hawidih South (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sher is 3,937, with 1,982 males and 1,955 females.
- How many households are there in Sher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sher village has a total of 819 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sher as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sher is 44.27%. The male literacy rate is 56.61%, while the female literacy rate is 31.76%.