Sherul - Malegaon, Nashik
Sherul is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Sherul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherul is 550285. The village covers a total geographical area of 1106 hectares and falls under the 423105 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sherul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherul
According to the 2011 Census, Sherul village had a total population of 2,637 people, including 1,345 males and 1,292 females, living in 604 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.35%, with male literacy at 86.72% and female literacy at 68.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 328, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
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 | 2,637 | 1,345 | 1,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 193 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 159 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 132 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,783 | 999 | 784 |
| Illiterate Population | 854 | 346 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Sherul
Sherul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hiswal Bk | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Palasdare | North | 4.01 km |
| Padalde | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Deoghat | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Dapur | South | 4.83 km |
| Bhilkot | West | 5.75 km |
| Gugulwad | North-West | 6.38 km |
| Visapur | East | 6.90 km |
| Kalwadi | South | 7.05 km |
| Ramnagar | South-East | 7.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherul
Sherul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mordad Tanda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Sherul is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Sherul is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sherul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sherul
Where is Sherul located?
Sherul village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherul?
Sherul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherul?
The pincode of Sherul is 423105.
What is the population of Sherul?
Sherul had a total population of 2,637, including 1,345 males and 1,292 females.
How many households are there in Sherul?
Sherul had 604 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherul was 77.35%. Male literacy was 86.72% and female literacy was 68.00%.