Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Musahri subdivision of Muzaffarpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Musahri (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Muzaffarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Muzaffarpur 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 229351. The village spans a total geographical area of 25 hectares. Muzaffarpur is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km 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 2,745 1,406 1,339
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 428 220 208
Scheduled Castes (SC) 548 253 295
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,641 891 750
Illiterate Population 1,104 515 589

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

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 2,745, including approximately 1,406 males and 1,339 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 428 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 548 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 59.78%, with male literacy at 63.37% and female literacy at 56.01%.
  • There are around 508 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 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.

Rohua Birnarayan Raghunathpur Jagdish Rohua Apuchh Dhanhara Chhapra Sherpur Urf Narayanpur Anant Majhauli Dharamdas Ratwara Susta Hasan Chak Dighrapatti Dharampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Musahri Subdivision, within the Muzaffarpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
Sherpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpur is 2,745, with 1,406 males and 1,339 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 508 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 59.78%. The male literacy rate is 63.37%, while the female literacy rate is 56.01%.