Sherganj Grint - Utraula, Balrampur
Sherganj Grint is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Sherganj Grint village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherganj Grint is 174005. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.41 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sherganj Grint village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherganj Grint
As per Census 2011, Sherganj Grint village has a total population of 2,973 people, consisting of 1,577 males and 1,396 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 484 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,320 literate and 1,653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherganj Grint are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,973 | 1,577 | 1,396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 247 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 167 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 1,320 | 864 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,653 | 713 | 940 |
Nearby Villages of Sherganj Grint
Sherganj Grint 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishunpur Grint | West | 1.98 km |
| Pakri Bhumar | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Daultabad Grint | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Mahilee | North | 2.37 km |
| Mehmoodabad Grint | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Mahila | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Sherpur Jangli | North | 3.12 km |
| Masihabad Grint | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Husainabad Grint | East | 3.53 km |
| Nava Kole | South-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherganj Grint
Sherganj Grint is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lakhpat Nagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.7 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Utraula to Sherganj Grint is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Sherganj Grint is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherganj Grint
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherganj Grint village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sherganj Grint
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherganj Grint 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 Sherganj Grint
Where is Sherganj Grint located?
Sherganj Grint village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherganj Grint?
Sherganj Grint is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherganj Grint?
The pincode of Sherganj Grint is 271306.
What is the population of Sherganj Grint?
Sherganj Grint has a total population of 2,973, including 1,577 males and 1,396 females.
How many households are there in Sherganj Grint?
There are 441 households in Sherganj Grint.
What is the literacy rate in Sherganj Grint?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherganj Grint is 44.40%. Male literacy is 54.79% and female literacy is 32.66%.