Sherpur
Sherpur is a village located in Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Gaunaha (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Matiariya is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpur unique in its vibrant Gaunaha-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Sherpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sherpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpur is 216334. The village spans a total geographical area of 132 hectares. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Sherpur
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur has a total population of about 984, with approximately 510 males and 474 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 210 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 13 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 256. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.75%, with male literacy at about 54.71% and female literacy near 38.19%. There are around 140 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 510 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 88 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 125 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 279 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 231 | 293 |
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 10+ km distance |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur
- Where is Sherpur located?
- Sherpur village is situated in Gaunaha Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Matiariya (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 984, with 510 males and 474 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 140 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 46.75%. The male literacy rate is 54.71%, while the female literacy rate is 38.19%.