Sherpur Raini - Dhampur, Bijnor
Sherpur Raini is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Bhagbanpur Reni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur Raini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur Raini is 113837. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.91 hectares and falls under the 246746 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Sherpur Raini 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 Dhampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur Raini
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur Raini village had a total population of 620 people, including 345 males and 275 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 797 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.22%, with male literacy at 80.68% and female literacy at 64.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 495.
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 | 620 | 345 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 272 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 238 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 107 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur Raini
Sherpur Raini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherpur | South-West | 0.61 km |
| Fatehullapur Khas An. Chak | South-East | 0.99 km |
| Hasan Alipur Chauhar | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Laskara | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Begpur Girdhar | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Bikoar | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Jagatpur Dash | South | 1.43 km |
| Kashi Shahpur | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Bahaderpur Raini | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Talabpur | South-West | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur Raini
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sherpur Raini. The nearest railway station is Seohara, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 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 | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijnor to Sherpur Raini is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpur Raini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur Raini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpur Raini
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 Raini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sherpur Raini
Where is Sherpur Raini located?
Sherpur Raini village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sherpur Raini?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur Raini is Bhagbanpur Reni.
What is the pincode of Sherpur Raini?
The pincode of Sherpur Raini is 246746.
What is the population of Sherpur Raini?
Sherpur Raini had a total population of 620, including 345 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur Raini?
Sherpur Raini had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur Raini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur Raini was 73.22%. Male literacy was 80.68% and female literacy was 64.02%.