Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sherghati (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Sri Ram Pur 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 256275. The village spans a total geographical area of 108 hectares. Sherghati 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 301 155 146
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 29 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 48 26 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 110 67 43
Illiterate Population 191 88 103

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

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 301, including approximately 155 males and 146 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 48 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 36.54%, with male literacy at 43.23% and female literacy at 29.45%.
  • There are around 56 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 village
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.

Lohara Bhikhanpur Beldih Barawan Pandit Bigha Nawada Afzalpur Shafichak Mohabbatpur Chanpi Samda

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Sherghati Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Sri Ram Pur (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 301, with 155 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 36.54%. The male literacy rate is 43.23%, while the female literacy rate is 29.45%.