Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Chapra subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Chapra (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur Gheghata is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.

Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Saran 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 233620. The village spans a total geographical area of 261 hectares. Chapra 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 4,323 2,294 2,029
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 725 368 357
Scheduled Castes (SC) 311 177 134
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,733 1,647 1,086
Illiterate Population 1,590 647 943

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

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 4,323, including approximately 2,294 males and 2,029 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 725 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 311 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 63.22%, with male literacy at 71.80% and female literacy at 53.52%.
  • There are around 666 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 village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

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.

Bichla Telpa Mehian Malamirza Tukra Purbari Telpa Gheghta Makhdumganj Khalpura Bala Mahaji Khalpura Bala Mahaji Khalpura Kamala Khalpura Kamala Taufir Maharajganj

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Chapra Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Sherpur Gheghata (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 4,323, with 2,294 males and 2,029 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 666 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 63.22%. The male literacy rate is 71.80%, while the female literacy rate is 53.52%.