Sherwa

Sherwa is a village located in Burhanpur tehsil of Azamgarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Burhanpur (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Azamgarh. As per 2009 stats, Sherwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Sherwa has its own place in the vibrant Azamgarh 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 Sherwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherwa is 192156. The village spans a total geographical area of 214.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 276142. Atrauliya is nearest town to Sherwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Sherwa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,554 1,734 1,820
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 604 311 293
Scheduled Castes (SC) 913 445 468
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,796 1,019 777
Illiterate Population 1,758 715 1,043

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

  • The total population of Sherwa village is around 3,554, including approximately 1,734 males and 1,820 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 604 children aged 0–6 years in Sherwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherwa village has 913 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherwa village is about 50.53%, with male literacy at 58.77% and female literacy at 42.69%.
  • There are around 517 households in Sherwa village.

Connectivity of Sherwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherwa. As per the 2011 stats, Sherwa 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sherwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Sherwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherwa.

Keshawpur Dhanghata Baragaon Mubarakpur Mijhuri Karnai Chak Bhilampur Chhapara Arjun Patti Pandauli Chak Mainuddinpur Pakariyapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherwa

Where is Sherwa located?
Sherwa village is situated in Burhanpur Tehsil, within the Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherwa?
Sherwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sherwa?
The pincode of Sherwa is 276142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sherwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherwa is 3,554, with 1,734 males and 1,820 females.
How many households are there in Sherwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherwa village has a total of 517 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherwa is 50.53%. The male literacy rate is 58.77%, while the female literacy rate is 42.69%.