Sharifpur - Nanpur, Sitamarhi
Sharifpur is a village situated in the Nanpur subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Gauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sharifpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharifpur is 219768. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 843333 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sharifpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sharifpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sharifpur village had a total population of 5,027 people, including 2,582 males and 2,445 females, living in 1,011 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.09%, with male literacy at 48.78% and female literacy at 38.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 696, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 5,027 | 2,582 | 2,445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,026 | 487 | 539 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 354 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,764 | 1,022 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,263 | 1,560 | 1,703 |
Nearby Villages of Sharifpur
Sharifpur 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 Sharifpur
Sharifpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sharifpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Janakpur Road to Sharifpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Sharifpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharifpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharifpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sharifpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharifpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sharifpur
Where is Sharifpur located?
Sharifpur village is located in Nanpur Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sharifpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sharifpur is Gauri.
What is the pincode of Sharifpur?
The pincode of Sharifpur is 843333.
What is the population of Sharifpur?
Sharifpur had a total population of 5,027, including 2,582 males and 2,445 females.
How many households are there in Sharifpur?
Sharifpur had 1,011 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sharifpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharifpur was 44.09%. Male literacy was 48.78% and female literacy was 38.93%.