Sherpur
About Sherpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sherpur village is 020087. Sherpur village is located in Arki tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 66km away from district headquarter Arki. Arki is the sub-district headquarter of Sherpur village. As per 2009 stats, Ghanagughat is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 51 hectares. Sherpur has a total population of 179 peoples, out of which male population is 96 while female population is 83. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 864 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sherpur village is 75.98% out of which 79.17% males and 72.29% females are literate. There are about 33 houses in sherpur village. Pincode of sherpur village locality is 173208.
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 Arki Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Arki is nearest town to sherpur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sherpur
The population details of Sherpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 136 | 76 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 20 | 23 |
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 Arki Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Ghanagughat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 173208, 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 179, with 96 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 75.98%. The male literacy rate is 79.17%, while the female literacy rate is 72.29%.