Sherpur - Tardih, Darbhanga
Sherpur is a village situated in the Tardih subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tardih and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Sherpur Narayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 227186. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 847204 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur village had a total population of 2,377 people, including 1,207 males and 1,170 females, living in 583 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.91%, with male literacy at 76.85% and female literacy at 58.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295.
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 | 2,377 | 1,207 | 1,170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 196 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 141 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,367 | 777 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,010 | 430 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sherpur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sherpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Sherpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Sherpur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Tardih Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Sherpur Narayanpur.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 847204.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur had a total population of 2,377, including 1,207 males and 1,170 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
Sherpur had 583 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur was 67.91%. Male literacy was 76.85% and female literacy was 58.88%.