Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Surajgarha (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Lakhisarai. As per 2009 stats, Gopal Pur is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.

Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Lakhisarai 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 243413. The village spans a total geographical area of 28 hectares. Lakhisarai is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km 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 169 83 86
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 39 18 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 9 2 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 60 36 24
Illiterate Population 109 47 62

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

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 169, including approximately 83 males and 86 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 35.50%, with male literacy at 43.37% and female literacy at 27.91%.
  • There are around 27 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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

Chak Salempur Salempur Jakarpura Surajpur Katehar Haldi Sunderpur Nandpur Nadaura

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Surajgarha Subdivision, within the Lakhisarai district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Gopal 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 169, with 83 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 35.50%. The male literacy rate is 43.37%, while the female literacy rate is 27.91%.