Sherpura - Chohtan, Barmer
Sherpura is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Leelsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpura is 088691. The village covers a total geographical area of 1301.35 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sherpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpura village had a total population of 1,088 people, including 561 males and 527 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.76%, with male literacy at 67.49% and female literacy at 36.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 1,088 | 561 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 118 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 299 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 262 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpura
Sherpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukne Ka Tala | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Heeroni Virdon Ki Dhani | North | 3.35 km |
| Bagoniyon Ki Dhani | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Aeronwala | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Isrol | West | 4.13 km |
| Sodiyar | East | 4.48 km |
| Leelsar | South | 4.56 km |
| Bhookransar | East | 5.00 km |
| Sarnon Ka Tala | North-West | 5.42 km |
| Godaron Ka Tala | South-East | 5.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpura
Public transport in the Sherpura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jasai, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Sherpura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sherpura
Where is Sherpura located?
Sherpura village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sherpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpura is Leelsar.
What is the pincode of Sherpura?
The pincode of Sherpura is 344702.
What is the population of Sherpura?
Sherpura had a total population of 1,088, including 561 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Sherpura?
Sherpura had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpura was 52.76%. Male literacy was 67.49% and female literacy was 36.76%.