Sherpur

Sherpur is a village located in Dhuri tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Dhuri (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Sherpur has its own place in the vibrant Sangrur 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 039589. The village spans a total geographical area of 1018.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148025. Dhuri is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,983 3,705 3,278
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 744 395 349
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,045 1,079 966
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,642 2,639 2,003
Illiterate Population 2,341 1,066 1,275

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sherpur village:

  • The total population of Sherpur village is around 6,983, including approximately 3,705 males and 3,278 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 744 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpur village has 2,045 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpur village is about 66.48%, with male literacy at 71.23% and female literacy at 61.10%.
  • There are around 1,395 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur

Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Dhuri Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
Sherpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 148025, 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 6,983, with 3,705 males and 3,278 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 1,395 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 66.48%. The male literacy rate is 71.23%, while the female literacy rate is 61.10%.