Sherta - Krishangarh, Solan
Sherta is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Goela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherta is 021306. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 173236 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Sherta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherta
According to the 2011 Census, Sherta village had a total population of 97 people, including 45 males and 52 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.74%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 73.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 97 | 45 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Sherta
Sherta 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 Sherta
Public transport in the Sherta is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Sherta is about 58 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 Sherta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sherta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherta 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 Sherta
Where is Sherta located?
Sherta village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherta?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherta is Goela.
What is the pincode of Sherta?
The pincode of Sherta is 173236.
What is the population of Sherta?
Sherta had a total population of 97, including 45 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Sherta?
Sherta had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherta was 76.74%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 73.91%.