Sherpura

Sherpura is a village located in Lunkaransar tehsil of Bikaner district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Lunkaransar (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Bikaner. As per 2009 stats, Sherpura A is the gram panchayat of Sherpura village.

Sherpura has its own place in the vibrant Bikaner 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 Sherpura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpura is 069217. The village spans a total geographical area of 9177 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 334604. Bikaner is nearest town to Sherpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 120km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sherpura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lunkaransar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bikaner Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sherpura

Below is a concise population overview of Sherpura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,921 2,535 2,386
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 875 461 414
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,121 585 536
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 2,425 1,497 928
Illiterate Population 2,496 1,038 1,458

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

  • The total population of Sherpura village is around 4,921, including approximately 2,535 males and 2,386 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 875 children aged 0–6 years in Sherpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherpura village has 1,121 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sherpura village is about 49.28%, with male literacy at 59.05% and female literacy at 38.89%.
  • There are around 857 households in Sherpura village.

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 village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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 Lunkaransar Tehsil, within the Bikaner district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpura is Sherpura A (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 334604, 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 4,921, with 2,535 males and 2,386 females.
How many households are there in Sherpura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpura village has a total of 857 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpura is 49.28%. The male literacy rate is 59.05%, while the female literacy rate is 38.89%.