Sherwa
About Sherwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sherwa village is 503558. Sherwa village is located in Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chitrangi (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Singrauli. As per 2009 stats, Sherwa village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 508.13 hectares. Sherwa has a total population of 1,217 peoples, out of which male population is 642 while female population is 575. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 895 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sherwa village is 47.41% out of which 55.61% males and 38.26% females are literate. There are about 265 houses in sherwa village.
When it comes to administration, Sherwa village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sherwa village comes under Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sidhi Lok Sabha constituency. Singrauli is nearest town to sherwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 86km away.
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Population of Sherwa
The population details of Sherwa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,217 | 642 | 575 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 240 | 135 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 967 | 510 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 357 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 285 | 355 |
Connectivity of Sherwa
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sherwa
Where is Sherwa located?
Sherwa village is situated in Chitrangi Tehsil, within the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherwa?
Sherwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sherwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherwa is 1,217, with 642 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Sherwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherwa village has a total of 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherwa is 47.41%. The male literacy rate is 55.61%, while the female literacy rate is 38.26%.