Sherpur
About Sherpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sherpur village is 031876. Sherpur village is located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 92 hectares. Sherpur has a total population of 443 peoples, out of which male population is 229 while female population is 214. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 934 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sherpur village is 74.04% out of which 77.73% males and 70.09% females are literate. There are about 101 houses in sherpur village. Pincode of sherpur village locality is 144102.
Mahilpur is nearest town to sherpur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sherpur
The population details of Sherpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 229 | 214 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 328 | 178 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 51 | 64 |
Connectivity of Sherpur
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur 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 144102, 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 443, with 229 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 74.04%. The male literacy rate is 77.73%, while the female literacy rate is 70.09%.