Sherpura
Sherpura is a village located in Sarangpur tehsil of Rajgarh district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sarangpur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. As per 2009 stats, Sherpura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpura unique in its vibrant Sarangpur-Rajgarh region. You’ll see Sherpura’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 Sherpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpura is 480059. The village spans a total geographical area of 582.16 hectares. Sarangpur is nearest town to Sherpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Sherpura
Population of Sherpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpura has a total population of about 1,386, with approximately 720 males and 666 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 392 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 76. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.02%, with male literacy at about 66.11% and female literacy near 36.79%. There are around 387 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,386 | 720 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 118 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 204 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 721 | 476 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 244 | 421 |
Connectivity of Sherpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherpura. As per the 2011 stats, Sherpura 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 Sherpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpura
- Where is Sherpura located?
- Sherpura village is situated in Sarangpur Tehsil, within the Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherpura?
- Sherpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sherpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpura is 1,386, with 720 males and 666 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpura village has a total of 387 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpura is 52.02%. The male literacy rate is 66.11%, while the female literacy rate is 36.79%.