Sherpur - Bakhtiarpur, Patna
Sherpur is a village situated in the Bakhtiarpur subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bakhtiarpur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Bidhipur Narauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 246323. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 803202 pincode. Bakhtiarpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur village had a total population of 1,478 people, including 804 males and 674 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.42%, with male literacy at 96.09% and female literacy at 85.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,478 | 804 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 113 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,162 | 664 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 140 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sherpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bakhtiarpur to Sherpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Sherpur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Bakhtiarpur Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Bidhipur Narauli.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 803202.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur had a total population of 1,478, including 804 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
Sherpur had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur was 91.42%. Male literacy was 96.09% and female literacy was 85.86%.