Sherapur
Sherapur is a village located in Basta tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Basta (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Chanua is the gram panchayat of Sherapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sherapur unique in its vibrant Basta-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Sherapur’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 Sherapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherapur is 392594. The village spans a total geographical area of 10 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756027. Baleshwar is nearest town to Sherapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
As per 2019 stats, Sherapur village comes under Balasore assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Sherapur
Population of Sherapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherapur has a total population of about 64, with approximately 38 males and 26 females. The sex ratio is around 684 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 64 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 48.44%, with male literacy at about 55.26% and female literacy near 38.46%. There are around 14 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 17 | 16 |
Connectivity of Sherapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sherapur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sherapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherapur
- Where is Sherapur located?
- Sherapur village is situated in Basta Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sherapur is Chanua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sherapur?
- The pincode of Sherapur is 756027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sherapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherapur is 64, with 38 males and 26 females.
- How many households are there in Sherapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherapur village has a total of 14 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherapur is 48.44%. The male literacy rate is 55.26%, while the female literacy rate is 38.46%.