Sherian - Samrala, Ludhiana
Sherian is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Mand Sherian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherian is 033057. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 141115 pincode. Machhiwara is the nearest town.
Sherian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samrala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherian
According to the 2011 Census, Sherian village had a total population of 465 people, including 246 males and 219 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.75%, with male literacy at 77.57% and female literacy at 71.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 465 | 246 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 166 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 80 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Sherian
Sherian 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 Sherian
Public transport in the Sherian is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sherian has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Sherian is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sherian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sherian
Where is Sherian located?
Sherian village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sherian?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherian is Mand Sherian.
What is the pincode of Sherian?
The pincode of Sherian is 141115.
What is the population of Sherian?
Sherian had a total population of 465, including 246 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Sherian?
Sherian had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherian was 74.75%. Male literacy was 77.57% and female literacy was 71.65%.