Sherpur
Sherpur is a village located in Mhow tehsil of Indore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Mhow (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Indore. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpur unique in its vibrant Mhow-Indore 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 476441. The village spans a total geographical area of 485.11 hectares. Mhowgaon is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Sherpur
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur has a total population of about 813, with approximately 440 males and 373 females. The sex ratio is around 847 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 26 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 115. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.97%, with male literacy at about 76.36% and female literacy near 64.61%. There are around 133 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 | 813 | 440 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 76 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 336 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 104 | 132 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Mhow Tehsil, within the Indore 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 population of Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpur is 813, with 440 males and 373 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 133 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 70.97%. The male literacy rate is 76.36%, while the female literacy rate is 64.61%.