Sherpura
Sherpura is a village located in Chhatargarh tehsil of Bikaner district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Chhatargarh (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Bikaner. As per 2009 stats, Sherpoora1sm is the gram panchayat of Sherpura village.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpura unique in its vibrant Chhatargarh-Bikaner region. You’ll see Sherpura’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 Sherpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpura is 069781. The village spans a total geographical area of 1343 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 334021. Bikaner is nearest town to Sherpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 150km away.
Google Map of Sherpura
Population of Sherpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpura has a total population of about 1,036, with approximately 548 males and 488 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 189 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 286 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.46%, with male literacy at about 56.57% and female literacy near 39.34%. There are around 174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,036 | 548 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 101 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 154 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 502 | 310 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 238 | 296 |
Connectivity of Sherpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherpura. As per the 2011 stats, Sherpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sherpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpura
- Where is Sherpura located?
- Sherpura village is situated in Chhatargarh Tehsil, within the Bikaner district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sherpura is Sherpoora1sm (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sherpura?
- The pincode of Sherpura is 334021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sherpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpura is 1,036, with 548 males and 488 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpura village has a total of 174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpura is 48.46%. The male literacy rate is 56.57%, while the female literacy rate is 39.34%.