Sherpur
Sherpur is a village located in Gohad tehsil of Bhind district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Gohad (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Bhind. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpur unique in its vibrant Gohad-Bhind region. You’ll see Sherpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sherpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpur is 453285. The village spans a total geographical area of 1509.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 477117. Gohad is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Sherpur
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur has a total population of about 5,984, with approximately 3,229 males and 2,755 females. The sex ratio is around 853 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 928 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,600 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.69%, with male literacy at about 67.85% and female literacy near 45.77%. There are around 1,140 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,984 | 3,229 | 2,755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 928 | 494 | 434 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,600 | 1,408 | 1,192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,452 | 2,191 | 1,261 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,532 | 1,038 | 1,494 |
Connectivity of Sherpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sherpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur
- Where is Sherpur located?
- Sherpur village is situated in Gohad Tehsil, within the Bhind district of Madhya 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 477117, 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 5,984, with 3,229 males and 2,755 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 1,140 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 57.69%. The male literacy rate is 67.85%, while the female literacy rate is 45.77%.