Sherpur
Sherpur is a village located in Karanja tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Karanja (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Kinhirokade is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpur unique in its vibrant Karanja-Washim region. You’ll see Sherpur’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 Sherpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpur is 530975. The village spans a total geographical area of 246 hectares. Karanja is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Sherpur
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur has a total population of about 1,045, with approximately 558 males and 487 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 294 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.39%, with male literacy at about 85.30% and female literacy near 79.06%. There are around 237 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,045 | 558 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 161 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 476 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 82 | 102 |
Connectivity of Sherpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sherpur 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur
- Where is Sherpur located?
- Sherpur village is situated in Karanja Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Kinhirokade (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpur is 1,045, with 558 males and 487 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 82.39%. The male literacy rate is 85.30%, while the female literacy rate is 79.06%.