Sherpapada - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Sherpapada is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Karel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpapada is 495371. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.87 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sherpapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sherpapada
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpapada village had a total population of 127 people, including 60 males and 67 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,117 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.34%, with male literacy at 77.19% and female literacy at 63.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 16 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpapada
Sherpapada 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 Sherpapada
Sherpapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Chhindwara to Sherpapada is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sherpapada
Where is Sherpapada located?
Sherpapada village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sherpapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpapada is Karel.
What is the pincode of Sherpapada?
The pincode of Sherpapada is 480111.
What is the population of Sherpapada?
Sherpapada had a total population of 127, including 60 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Sherpapada?
Sherpapada had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpapada was 70.34%. Male literacy was 77.19% and female literacy was 63.93%.