Sherpe
Sherpe is a village located in Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Kankavli (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Sherpe village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpe unique in its vibrant Kankavli-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Sherpe’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sherpe
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpe is 566399. The village spans a total geographical area of 683.05 hectares. Rajapur is nearest town to Sherpe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Sherpe
Population of Sherpe
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpe has a total population of about 894, with approximately 385 males and 509 females. The sex ratio is around 1322 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.13%, with male literacy at about 75.32% and female literacy near 64.44%. There are around 226 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherpe's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 | 385 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 38 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 618 | 290 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 95 | 181 |
Connectivity of Sherpe
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherpe. As per the 2011 stats, Sherpe had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sherpe
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherpe helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherpe.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpe
- Where is Sherpe located?
- Sherpe village is situated in Kankavli Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherpe?
- Sherpe serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sherpe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpe is 894, with 385 males and 509 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpe village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpe as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpe is 69.13%. The male literacy rate is 75.32%, while the female literacy rate is 64.44%.