Sherpur - Dalhousie, Chamba
Sherpur is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Sherpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 007438. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.01 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur village had a total population of 781 people, including 406 males and 375 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.78%, with male literacy at 93.04% and female literacy at 69.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 781 | 406 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 334 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 72 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur 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 Sherpur
Sherpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Sherpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Sherpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur 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 Sherpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpur 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
Sherpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 176306.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur had a total population of 781, including 406 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
Sherpur had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur was 81.78%. Male literacy was 93.04% and female literacy was 69.82%.