Sherganj

Sherganj is a village located in Radhanpur taluka of Patan district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Radhanpur (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Patan. As per 2009 stats, Sherganj village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Sherganj unique in its vibrant Radhanpur-Patan region. You’ll see Sherganj’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Sherganj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherganj is 508694. The village spans a total geographical area of 915.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385340. Radhanpur is nearest town to Sherganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sherganj village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Patan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Sherganj

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Population of Sherganj

According to the 2011 Census, Sherganj has a total population of about 1,564, with approximately 820 males and 744 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 237 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 124 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 140. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.01%, with male literacy at about 62.32% and female literacy near 42.74%. There are around 301 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherganj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,564 820 744
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 237 133 104
Scheduled Castes (SC) 124 62 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 140 76 64
Literate Population 829 511 318
Illiterate Population 735 309 426

Connectivity of Sherganj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherganj. As per the 2011 stats, Sherganj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sherganj

Knowing the nearby villages of Sherganj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherganj.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherganj

Where is Sherganj located?
Sherganj village is situated in Radhanpur Taluka, within the Patan 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 385340, 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 1,564, with 820 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Sherganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherganj village has a total of 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherganj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherganj is 53.01%. The male literacy rate is 62.32%, while the female literacy rate is 42.74%.