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.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpur unique in its vibrant Samrala-Ludhiana 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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur has a total population of about 2,453, with approximately 1,292 males and 1,161 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 296 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 952 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 66.82%, with male literacy at about 70.20% and female literacy near 63.05%. There are around 459 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 | 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 |
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%.