Sham Sherpur
Sham Sherpur is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Shamsherpur Khurd is the gram panchayat of Sham Sherpur village.
Sham Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sham Sherpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sham Sherpur is 028820. The village spans a total geographical area of 136 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143602. Fathegarh Churian is nearest town to Sham Sherpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sham Sherpur
Population of Sham Sherpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sham Sherpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,558 | 1,325 | 1,233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 174 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,553 | 798 | 755 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,557 | 840 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,001 | 485 | 516 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sham Sherpur village:
- The total population of Sham Sherpur village is around 2,558, including approximately 1,325 males and 1,233 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 324 children aged 0–6 years in Sham Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sham Sherpur village has 1,553 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sham Sherpur village is about 60.87%, with male literacy at 63.40% and female literacy at 58.15%.
- There are around 477 households in Sham Sherpur village.
Connectivity of Sham Sherpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sham Sherpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sham 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 Sham Sherpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sham Sherpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sham Sherpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sham Sherpur
- Where is Sham Sherpur located?
- Sham Sherpur village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sham Sherpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sham Sherpur is Shamsherpur Khurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sham Sherpur?
- The pincode of Sham Sherpur is 143602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sham Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sham Sherpur is 2,558, with 1,325 males and 1,233 females.
- How many households are there in Sham Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sham Sherpur village has a total of 477 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sham Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sham Sherpur is 60.87%. The male literacy rate is 63.40%, while the female literacy rate is 58.15%.