Sherganj
About Sherganj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sherganj village is 508319. Sherganj village is located in Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Deesa (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Sherganj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 80.09 hectares. Sherganj has a total population of 1,199 peoples, out of which male population is 627 while female population is 572. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 912 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sherganj village is 68.22% out of which 80.06% males and 55.24% females are literate. There are about 216 houses in sherganj village. Pincode of sherganj village locality is 385535.
When it comes to administration, Sherganj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sherganj village comes under Deesa Vidhan Sabha constituency & Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency. Deesa is nearest town to sherganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Sherganj
The population details of Sherganj cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,199 | 627 | 572 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 181 | 96 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 502 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 125 | 256 |
Connectivity of Sherganj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sherganj
Where is Sherganj located?
Sherganj village is situated in Deesa Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherganj?
Sherganj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sherganj?
The pincode of Sherganj is 385535, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sherganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherganj is 1,199, with 627 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Sherganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherganj village has a total of 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherganj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherganj is 68.22%. The male literacy rate is 80.06%, while the female literacy rate is 55.24%.