Sheri Bk. - Ashti, Beed
Sheri Bk. is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Ashti and around 92 km from Bid. Sheri (bk) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheri Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheri Bk. is 558830. The village covers a total geographical area of 700 hectares and falls under the 414203 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Sheri Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ashti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sheri Bk.
As per Census 2011, Sheri Bk. village has a total population of 2,144 people, consisting of 1,113 males and 1,031 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,479 literate and 665 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 171 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sheri Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,144 | 1,113 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 133 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 194 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,479 | 837 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 665 | 276 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Sheri Bk.
Sheri Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khakalwadi | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Watanwadi | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Kerul | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Kada | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Mandva | East | 4.29 km |
| Jalgaon | South | 4.53 km |
| Devi Nimgaon | North | 4.56 km |
| Nimgaon Chaubha | South-West | 5.28 km |
| Morewadi | North-East | 5.32 km |
| Bhawarwadi (navin) | East | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sheri Bk.
Sheri Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ahmadnagar, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Sheri Bk. is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Sheri Bk. is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sheri Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheri Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sheri Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheri Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sheri Bk.
Where is Sheri Bk. located?
Sheri Bk. village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheri Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheri Bk. is Sheri (bk).
What is the pincode of Sheri Bk.?
The pincode of Sheri Bk. is 414203.
What is the population of Sheri Bk.?
Sheri Bk. has a total population of 2,144, including 1,113 males and 1,031 females.
How many households are there in Sheri Bk.?
There are 480 households in Sheri Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Sheri Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheri Bk. is 68.98%. Male literacy is 75.20% and female literacy is 62.27%.