Sherewala
Sherewala is a village located in Abohar tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Abohar (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Sherewala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sherewala unique in its vibrant Abohar-Firozpur region. You’ll see Sherewala’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 Sherewala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherewala is 035187. The village spans a total geographical area of 1342.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152116. Abohar is nearest town to Sherewala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sherewala
Population of Sherewala
According to the 2011 Census, Sherewala has a total population of about 2,700, with approximately 1,427 males and 1,273 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 323 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 470 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 57.37%, with male literacy at about 64.96% and female literacy near 48.86%. There are around 459 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherewala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 927 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 500 | 651 |
Connectivity of Sherewala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherewala. As per the 2011 stats, Sherewala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sherewala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherewala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherewala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherewala
- Where is Sherewala located?
- Sherewala village is situated in Abohar Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherewala?
- Sherewala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sherewala?
- The pincode of Sherewala is 152116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sherewala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherewala is 2,700, with 1,427 males and 1,273 females.
- How many households are there in Sherewala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherewala village has a total of 459 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherewala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherewala is 57.37%. The male literacy rate is 64.96%, while the female literacy rate is 48.86%.