Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Daraundha subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Daraundha (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Pakawalia is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.

Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Siwan 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 232707. The village spans a total geographical area of 102 hectares. Maharajganj is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km 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 1,373 714 659
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 203 115 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) 175 90 85
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 888 537 351
Illiterate Population 485 177 308

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

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 1,373, including approximately 714 males and 659 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 175 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 64.68%, with male literacy at 75.21% and female literacy at 53.26%.
  • There are around 196 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Machhauti Machhauta Pirarthu Kalan Inda Dhebar Bela Gobindapur Pakwalia Pirarthu Khurd Pawat Pasiwarh

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Daraundha Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Pakawalia (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 1,373, with 714 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 64.68%. The male literacy rate is 75.21%, while the female literacy rate is 53.26%.