Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Gaya Town C D Block subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Gaya Town C.d.block (tehsildar office) and 4km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Ghuthia is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.

Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 255323. The village spans a total geographical area of 161 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km 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 1,715 913 802
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 349 185 164
Scheduled Castes (SC) 633 330 303
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 884 556 328
Illiterate Population 831 357 474

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

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 1,715, including approximately 913 males and 802 females, with a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 349 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 633 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 51.55%, with male literacy at 60.90% and female literacy at 40.90%.
  • There are around 289 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 5 - 10 km distance
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.

Pathraura Paharpur Kusarhi Bemata Uda Bigha Gulni Inglish Durbe Ghuthia Nima Kujap

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Gaya Town C D Block Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Ghuthia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpur is 1,715, with 913 males and 802 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 51.55%. The male literacy rate is 60.90%, while the female literacy rate is 40.90%.