Sherpur
About Sherpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sherpur village is 007438. Sherpur village is located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dalhousie (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Chamba. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 174.01 hectares. Sherpur has a total population of 781 peoples, out of which male population is 406 while female population is 375. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 923 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sherpur village is 72.98% out of which 82.27% males and 62.93% females are literate. There are about 156 houses in sherpur village. Pincode of sherpur village locality is 176303.
When it comes to administration, Sherpur 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, Sherpur village comes under Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Dalhousie is nearest town to sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Sherpur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 781 | 406 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 334 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 72 | 139 |
Connectivity of Sherpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
Sherpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 176303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpur is 781, with 406 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 72.98%. The male literacy rate is 82.27%, while the female literacy rate is 62.93%.