Sherpur
Sherpur is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpur unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Sherpur’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 Sherpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpur is 028694. The village spans a total geographical area of 86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143518. Batala is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sherpur
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur has a total population of about 467, with approximately 234 males and 233 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.45%, with male literacy at about 82.48% and female literacy near 70.39%. There are around 90 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 234 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 357 | 193 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 41 | 69 |
Connectivity of Sherpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sherpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur
- Where is Sherpur located?
- Sherpur village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
- Sherpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sherpur?
- The pincode of Sherpur is 143518, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpur is 467, with 234 males and 233 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 90 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 76.45%. The male literacy rate is 82.48%, while the female literacy rate is 70.39%.