Sher - Madwas, Sidhi
Sher is a village situated in the Madwas tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Majhauli and around 50 km from Sidhi. Chauhanan Tola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sher is 503166. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.65 hectares and falls under the 486666 pincode. Majhauli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhauhani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sher
According to the 2011 Census, Sher village had a total population of 283 people, including 139 males and 144 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.08%, with male literacy at 64.55% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 283 | 139 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 88 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 68 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Sher
Sher 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 Sher
Sher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sher.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Majhauli to Sher is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Sher is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sher 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 Sher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sher
Where is Sher located?
Sher village is located in Madwas Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sher?
The Gram Panchayat of Sher is Chauhanan Tola.
What is the pincode of Sher?
The pincode of Sher is 486666.
What is the population of Sher?
Sher had a total population of 283, including 139 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Sher?
Sher had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sher was 57.08%. Male literacy was 64.55% and female literacy was 50.00%.