Sherpur - Batala, Gurdaspur
Sherpur is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Sherpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 028694. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Batala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur village had a total population of 467 people, including 234 males and 233 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.07%, with male literacy at 88.13% and female literacy at 75.93%.
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 | 467 | 234 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 193 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 41 | 69 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mamrai | West | 1.10 km |
| Harsian | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Peroshah | East | 1.47 km |
| Taragarh | North | 1.51 km |
| Behluwal | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Dialgarh | West | 2.30 km |
| Malakpur | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Wadala Granthian | South | 2.70 km |
| Satkoha | North | 2.85 km |
| Chah Gill | South-East | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Sherpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Batala Sugar Mills, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Sherpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
Sherpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 143506.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur had a total population of 467, including 234 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
Sherpur had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur was 82.07%. Male literacy was 88.13% and female literacy was 75.93%.