Sharfkot
Sharfkot is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sharafkot is the gram panchayat of Sharfkot village.
Here you can discover what makes Sharfkot unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Sharfkot’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 Sharfkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sharfkot is 028955. The village spans a total geographical area of 169 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143602. Ramdas is nearest town to Sharfkot village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sharfkot
Population of Sharfkot
According to the 2011 Census, Sharfkot has a total population of about 953, with approximately 522 males and 431 females. The sex ratio is around 825 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 271 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 63.90%, with male literacy at about 70.11% and female literacy near 56.38%. There are around 174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sharfkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 953 | 522 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 68 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 151 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 609 | 366 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 156 | 188 |
Connectivity of Sharfkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sharfkot. As per the 2011 stats, Sharfkot 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sharfkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Sharfkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sharfkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sharfkot
- Where is Sharfkot located?
- Sharfkot village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sharfkot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sharfkot is Sharafkot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sharfkot?
- The pincode of Sharfkot is 143602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sharfkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sharfkot is 953, with 522 males and 431 females.
- How many households are there in Sharfkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sharfkot village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sharfkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sharfkot is 63.90%. The male literacy rate is 70.11%, while the female literacy rate is 56.38%.