Sherkhan
Sherkhan is a village located in Etmadpur tehsil of Agra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Etmadpur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Agra. As per 2009 stats, Sherkhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sherkhan unique in its vibrant Etmadpur-Agra region. You’ll see Sherkhan’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 Sherkhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherkhan is 124493. The village spans a total geographical area of 417.22 hectares. Etmadpur is nearest town to Sherkhan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sherkhan
Population of Sherkhan
According to the 2011 Census, Sherkhan has a total population of about 2,673, with approximately 1,447 males and 1,226 females. The sex ratio is around 847 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 432 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 984 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.04%, with male literacy at about 71.25% and female literacy near 53.34%. There are around 438 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherkhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,673 | 1,447 | 1,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 230 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 984 | 524 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,685 | 1,031 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 988 | 416 | 572 |
Connectivity of Sherkhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherkhan. As per the 2011 stats, Sherkhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sherkhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherkhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherkhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherkhan
- Where is Sherkhan located?
- Sherkhan village is situated in Etmadpur Tehsil, within the Agra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherkhan?
- Sherkhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sherkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherkhan is 2,673, with 1,447 males and 1,226 females.
- How many households are there in Sherkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherkhan village has a total of 438 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherkhan is 63.04%. The male literacy rate is 71.25%, while the female literacy rate is 53.34%.