Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Sherpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpur is 031058. The village spans a total geographical area of 91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144205. Mukerian is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sherpur

Below is a concise population overview of Sherpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 644 319 325
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 39 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 210 105 105
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 473 246 227
Illiterate Population 171 73 98

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sherpur village:

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 644, including approximately 319 males and 325 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 210 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 73.45%, with male literacy at 77.12% and female literacy at 69.85%.
  • There are around 140 households in Sherpur village.

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 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Mukerian 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 144205, 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 644, with 319 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 73.45%. The male literacy rate is 77.12%, while the female literacy rate is 69.85%.