Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Noorsarai subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Noorsarai (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Rasalpur is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.

Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 244667. The village spans a total geographical area of 131 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km 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 1,380 734 646
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 228 117 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 159 86 73
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 857 480 377
Illiterate Population 523 254 269

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

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 1,380, including approximately 734 males and 646 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 159 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 62.10%, with male literacy at 65.40% and female literacy at 58.36%.
  • There are around 235 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 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.

Ajnaura Rasalpur Kathanpura Ratanpur Kundi Darwara Kishunpur Sultanpur Barara Daudpur Nari

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Noorsarai Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Rasalpur (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 1,380, with 734 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 62.10%. The male literacy rate is 65.40%, while the female literacy rate is 58.36%.