Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Akorhi Gola subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Akorhi Gola (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Akorhi is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.

Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 252520. The village spans a total geographical area of 102.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 821301. Dehri is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km 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 754 385 369
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 89 49 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 166 88 78
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 538 297 241
Illiterate Population 216 88 128

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

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 754, including approximately 385 males and 369 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 166 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 71.35%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 65.31%.
  • There are around 131 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 village
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.

Kaupa Tewari Dih Sahji Dharahara Chhemuan Akorhi Baruna Karkatpur Bararhi Madhurampur Dehri Bank

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Akorhi Gola Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Akorhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 821301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpur is 754, with 385 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 71.35%. The male literacy rate is 77.14%, while the female literacy rate is 65.31%.