Sherpe - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Sherpe is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Sherpe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpe is 566399. The village covers a total geographical area of 683.05 hectares and falls under the 416703 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sherpe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpe
As per Census 2011, Sherpe village has a total population of 894 people, consisting of 385 males and 509 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,322 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 618 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 | 385 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 38 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 290 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 95 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpe
Sherpe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Digashi | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Berle | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Kurangavne | West | 2.93 km |
| Napane | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Umbarde | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Bhusarwadi | North | 3.97 km |
| Shidavne | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Tithavali | North | 4.59 km |
| Chinchwali | North-West | 4.63 km |
| Khambalwadi | South-East | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpe
Sherpe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Sherpe is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Sherpe 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 Sherpe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpe 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpe 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 Sherpe
Where is Sherpe located?
Sherpe village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpe?
Sherpe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherpe?
The pincode of Sherpe is 416703.
What is the population of Sherpe?
Sherpe has a total population of 894, including 385 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Sherpe?
There are 226 households in Sherpe.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpe is 69.13%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 64.44%.