Sherpur - Baraut, Baghpat
Sherpur is a village situated in the Baraut tehsil of Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh. Sherpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 119267. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.01 hectares and falls under the 250617 pincode.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhaprauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baghpat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur village had a total population of 1,568 people, including 876 males and 692 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 790 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.63%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 62.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155.
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 | 1,568 | 876 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 111 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 88 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,043 | 660 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 216 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Luhara | West | 1.64 km |
| Barwala | East | 1.69 km |
| Rajpur | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Silana | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Basoli | East | 3.08 km |
| Khwaja Nagla | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Bawali | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Sadikpur Sinoli | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Khwajgipur Urf Chandanheri | West | 3.65 km |
| Mukandpur | North | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Sherpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baoli, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Baraut Tehsil, Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sherpur?
Sherpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 250617.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur had a total population of 1,568, including 876 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
Sherpur had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur was 75.63%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 62.38%.