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
As per Census 2011, Sherian village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 246 males and 219 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 305 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 246 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| 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 has a total population of 465, including 246 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Sherian?
There are 90 households in Sherian.
What is the literacy rate in Sherian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherian is 65.59%. Male literacy is 67.48% and female literacy is 63.47%.