Sherpur
Sherpur is a village located in Jalandhar I tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Jalandhar - I (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpur unique in its vibrant Jalandhar I-Jalandhar 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 030343. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144025. Jalandhar 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 1,273, with approximately 644 males and 629 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,046 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 69.68%, with male literacy at about 73.76% and female literacy near 65.50%. There are around 258 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 | 1,273 | 644 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 63 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,046 | 537 | 509 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 887 | 475 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 169 | 217 |
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 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 Jalandhar I Tehsil, within the Jalandhar 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 144025, 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 1,273, with 644 males and 629 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 69.68%. The male literacy rate is 73.76%, while the female literacy rate is 65.50%.