Sherau
About Sherau
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sherau village is 507495. Sherau village is located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 137km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Sherau village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1250.7 hectares. Sherau has a total population of 2,076 peoples, out of which male population is 1,086 while female population is 990. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 911 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sherau village is 53.52% out of which 67.03% males and 38.69% females are literate. There are about 369 houses in sherau village. Pincode of sherau village locality is 385566.
When it comes to administration, Sherau 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, Sherau village comes under Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency. Tharad is nearest town to sherau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Sherau
The population details of Sherau 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 | 2,076 | 1,086 | 990 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 353 | 192 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 208 | 109 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,111 | 728 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 965 | 358 | 607 |
Connectivity of Sherau
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sherau
Where is Sherau located?
Sherau village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherau?
Sherau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sherau?
The pincode of Sherau is 385566, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sherau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherau is 2,076, with 1,086 males and 990 females.
How many households are there in Sherau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherau village has a total of 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherau is 53.52%. The male literacy rate is 67.03%, while the female literacy rate is 38.69%.