Sherpur - Karanja, Washim
Sherpur is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Kinhirokade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 530975. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sherpur
As per Census 2011, Sherpur village has a total population of 1,045 people, consisting of 558 males and 487 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 861 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alamgirpur | South | 0.92 km |
| Bhilkheda | North | 1.29 km |
| Nagapur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Tuljapur | West | 1.54 km |
| Bagayat | North | 2.25 km |
| Kinhi Rokade | South | 2.49 km |
| Alalpur | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Koli | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Panvihir | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Walhai | North-West | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sherpur. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Sherpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Sherpur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Kinhirokade.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 444105.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur has a total population of 1,045, including 558 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
There are 237 households in Sherpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur is 82.39%. Male literacy is 85.30% and female literacy is 79.06%.