Sherpura - Sami, Patan
Sherpura is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Sherpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpura is 508968. The village covers a total geographical area of 602.67 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sherpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpura village had a total population of 1,227 people, including 639 males and 588 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.44%, with male literacy at 72.69% and female literacy at 43.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 1,227 | 639 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 97 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 394 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 245 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpura
Sherpura 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 Sherpura
Sherpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Harij to Sherpura is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Sherpura is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sherpura
Where is Sherpura located?
Sherpura village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpura?
Sherpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherpura?
The pincode of Sherpura is 384245.
What is the population of Sherpura?
Sherpura had a total population of 1,227, including 639 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Sherpura?
Sherpura had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpura was 58.44%. Male literacy was 72.69% and female literacy was 43.20%.