Shervan - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Shervan is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Shervan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shervan is 194385. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.69 hectares and falls under the 276305 pincode. Saraymeer is the nearest town.
Shervan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shervan
As per Census 2011, Shervan village has a total population of 5,653 people, consisting of 2,842 males and 2,811 females. The village has 746 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 970 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,882 literate and 1,771 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shervan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,653 | 2,842 | 2,811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 970 | 487 | 483 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,146 | 574 | 572 |
| Literate Population | 3,882 | 2,089 | 1,793 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,771 | 753 | 1,018 |
Nearby Villages of Shervan
Shervan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharauli | North | 0.65 km |
| Chak Kamaluddinpur | North-East | 0.73 km |
| Mahnoodpur Korauli | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Chak Molna | West | 0.88 km |
| Hajipur | North | 1.19 km |
| Khud Kashta Urf Saraimeer | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Chak Munauvar | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Korauli Bujurg | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Korauli Khurd | South | 1.55 km |
| Basti | West | 1.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shervan
Shervan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarai Mir, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Shervan is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shervan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shervan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shervan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shervan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shervan
Where is Shervan located?
Shervan village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shervan?
Shervan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shervan?
The pincode of Shervan is 276305.
What is the population of Shervan?
Shervan has a total population of 5,653, including 2,842 males and 2,811 females.
How many households are there in Shervan?
There are 746 households in Shervan.
What is the literacy rate in Shervan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shervan is 68.67%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 63.79%.