Sherda - Bhadra, Hanumangarh
Sherda is a village situated in the Bhadra tehsil of Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadra and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Hanumangarh. Sherda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherda is 069017. The village covers a total geographical area of 4401.55 hectares and falls under the 335501 pincode. Bhadra is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sherda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherda
According to the 2011 Census, Sherda village had a total population of 4,909 people, including 2,528 males and 2,381 females, living in 1,016 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.74%, with male literacy at 80.80% and female literacy at 58.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,295, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 4,909 | 2,528 | 2,381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 304 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,295 | 697 | 598 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,021 | 1,797 | 1,224 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,888 | 731 | 1,157 |
Nearby Villages of Sherda
Sherda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sherda
Sherda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadra to Sherda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hanumangarh to Sherda is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sherda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sherda
Where is Sherda located?
Sherda village is located in Bhadra Tehsil, Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherda?
Sherda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherda?
The pincode of Sherda is 335501.
What is the population of Sherda?
Sherda had a total population of 4,909, including 2,528 males and 2,381 females.
How many households are there in Sherda?
Sherda had 1,016 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherda was 69.74%. Male literacy was 80.80% and female literacy was 58.06%.