Sherpur
Sherpur is a village located in Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Samrala (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur Bet Excluding Abadi Sherpurbet is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.
Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana 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 032984. The village spans a total geographical area of 1067 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141121. Machhiwara is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sherpur
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,453 | 1,292 | 1,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 166 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 952 | 497 | 455 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,639 | 907 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 385 | 429 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sherpur village:
- The total population of Sherpur village is around 2,453, including approximately 1,292 males and 1,161 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 296 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sherpur village has 952 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 66.82%, with male literacy at 70.20% and female literacy at 63.05%.
- There are around 459 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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Samrala Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Sherpur Bet Excluding Abadi Sherpurbet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sherpur?
- The pincode of Sherpur is 141121, 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 2,453, with 1,292 males and 1,161 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 459 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 66.82%. The male literacy rate is 70.20%, while the female literacy rate is 63.05%.