Sherewala - Abohar, Fazilka
Sherewala is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Abohar and around 96 km from Firozpur. Sherewala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherewala is 035187. The village covers a total geographical area of 1342.79 hectares and falls under the 152118 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Sherewala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sherewala
According to the 2011 Census, Sherewala village had a total population of 2,700 people, including 1,427 males and 1,273 females, living in 459 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.17%, with male literacy at 73.86% and female literacy at 55.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 470.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,700 | 1,427 | 1,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 172 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 250 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 927 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 500 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Sherewala
Sherewala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sherewala
Sherewala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sherewala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Sherewala is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherewala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherewala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sherewala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherewala 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sherewala
Where is Sherewala located?
Sherewala village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sherewala?
Sherewala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherewala?
The pincode of Sherewala is 152118.
What is the population of Sherewala?
Sherewala had a total population of 2,700, including 1,427 males and 1,273 females.
How many households are there in Sherewala?
Sherewala had 459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherewala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherewala was 65.17%. Male literacy was 73.86% and female literacy was 55.44%.