Sherpur - Piploda, Ratlam
Sherpur is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Sherpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 470046. The village covers a total geographical area of 834.55 hectares and falls under the 457331 pincode. Piploda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sherpur
As per Census 2011, Sherpur village has a total population of 1,930 people, consisting of 950 males and 980 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,257 literate and 673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,930 | 950 | 980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 112 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 161 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 57 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 1,257 | 732 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 218 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganeshganj | North | 2.91 km |
| Sarsana | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Gudar Kheda | West | 3.03 km |
| Nawabganj | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Badoda | East | 3.76 km |
| Kamla Kheda | North | 4.17 km |
| Sabalgarh | West | 4.72 km |
| Chachri | North-West | 5.09 km |
| Ummedpura | South-West | 5.17 km |
| Khedavda | North | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sherpur. The nearest railway station is Brayla Chaurasi, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piploda to Sherpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Sherpur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur 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 Sherpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpur 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 Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
Sherpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 457331.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur has a total population of 1,930, including 950 males and 980 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
There are 398 households in Sherpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur is 65.13%. Male literacy is 77.05% and female literacy is 53.57%.