Sherdi - Manavadar, Junagadh
Sherdi is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Sherdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherdi is 514364. The village covers a total geographical area of 1048.24 hectares and falls under the 362640 pincode. Manavadar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sherdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherdi
According to the 2011 Census, Sherdi village had a total population of 1,248 people, including 646 males and 602 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.79%, with male literacy at 89.08% and female literacy at 76.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 193.
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 | 1,248 | 646 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 943 | 522 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 124 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Sherdi
Sherdi 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 Sherdi
Public transport in the Sherdi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manavadar to Sherdi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Sherdi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sherdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sherdi
Where is Sherdi located?
Sherdi village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherdi?
Sherdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherdi?
The pincode of Sherdi is 362640.
What is the population of Sherdi?
Sherdi had a total population of 1,248, including 646 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Sherdi?
Sherdi had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherdi was 82.79%. Male literacy was 89.08% and female literacy was 76.13%.