Sherpur - Dharmpur, Mandi
Sherpur is a village situated in the Dharmpur tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Binga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 013682. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.38 hectares and falls under the 175050 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
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 Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur village had a total population of 361 people, including 182 males and 179 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.37%, with male literacy at 89.88% and female literacy at 74.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 361 | 182 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 151 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 31 | 59 |
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
Public transport in the Sherpur is mainly available through bus 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 Mandi to Sherpur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Dharmpur Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Binga.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 175050.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur had a total population of 361, including 182 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
Sherpur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur was 82.37%. Male literacy was 89.88% and female literacy was 74.53%.