Sherpur - Khair, Aligarh
Sherpur is a village situated in the Khair tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khair and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Malav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 121748. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.83 hectares and falls under the 202165 pincode. Tappal is the nearest town, located about 4.5 km away.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khair Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
As per Census 2011, Sherpur village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 50 males and 36 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 720 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 37 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 34 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur 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 Sherpur
Public transport in the Sherpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tappal to Sherpur is about 4.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Sherpur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Khair Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Malav.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 202165.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur has a total population of 86, including 50 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
There are 13 households in Sherpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur is 56.98%. Male literacy is 68.00% and female literacy is 41.67%.