Sheria - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Sheria is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Sherian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheria is 033382. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 141126 pincode. Machhiwara is the nearest town.
Sheria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sheria
According to the 2011 Census, Sheria village had a total population of 563 people, including 302 males and 261 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.52%, with male literacy at 75.46% and female literacy at 64.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 473.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 302 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 254 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 203 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 99 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Sheria
Sheria is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sheria
Sheria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Sheria is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sheria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sheria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sheria
Where is Sheria located?
Sheria village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sheria?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheria is Sherian.
What is the pincode of Sheria?
The pincode of Sheria is 141126.
What is the population of Sheria?
Sheria had a total population of 563, including 302 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Sheria?
Sheria had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheria was 70.52%. Male literacy was 75.46% and female literacy was 64.81%.