Sherpur - Ashti, Wardha
Sherpur is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Parsoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 533479. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.51 hectares and falls under the 442202 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
As per Census 2011, Sherpur village has a total population of 90 people, consisting of 45 males and 45 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 7 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vishwanagar | East | 1.23 km |
| Narsapur | West | 1.58 km |
| Parsoda | North | 1.75 km |
| Khadki | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Tekoda | South | 1.92 km |
| Jamalpur | South | 2.05 km |
| Godavari | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Ramgaon | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Ismailpur | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Narayanpur | South-East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Sherpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Morshi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arvi to Sherpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Sherpur is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Parsoda.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 442202.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur has a total population of 90, including 45 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
There are 26 households in Sherpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur is 92.22%. Male literacy is 91.11% and female literacy is 93.33%.