Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Akbarpur subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Akbarpur (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Pachrukhi is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.

Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Nawada 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 257957. The village spans a total geographical area of 148 hectares. Nawada is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km 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 1,636 844 792
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 306 147 159
Scheduled Castes (SC) 317 168 149
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 929 548 381
Illiterate Population 707 296 411

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

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 1,636, including approximately 844 males and 792 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 306 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 317 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 56.78%, with male literacy at 64.93% and female literacy at 48.11%.
  • There are around 241 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Akbarpur Subdivision, within the Nawada district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Pachrukhi (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 1,636, with 844 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 56.78%. The male literacy rate is 64.93%, while the female literacy rate is 48.11%.