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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sherpur village has a total population of 1,568 people, consisting of 876 males and 692 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 789 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,043 literate and 525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,568 | 876 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 111 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 88 | 67 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,568, including 876 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
There are 273 households in Sherpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur is 66.52%. Male literacy is 75.34% and female literacy is 55.35%.