Sherpur - Dataganj, Budaun
Sherpur is a village situated in the Dataganj tehsil of Budaun district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dataganj and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Budaun. Sherpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 128882. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.73 hectares and falls under the 243630 pincode. Dataganj is the nearest town.
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 Dataganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aonla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur village had a total population of 1,185 people, including 622 males and 563 females, living in 244 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.95%, with male literacy at 59.35% and female literacy at 43.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248.
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 | 1,185 | 622 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 130 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 134 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 292 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 330 | 375 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadhia Paigambarpur | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Mauzampur | West | 1.43 km |
| Ase Nawada | East | 1.67 km |
| Harrmpur | South | 2.39 km |
| Navada Badan | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Soorajpur Dhaka Kham | West | 2.43 km |
| Tihee | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Afzalpur Khurd | West | 2.47 km |
| Chakwa | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Patti Biza Kham | North | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Public transport in the Sherpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bilpur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Budaun to Sherpur is about 47 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 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Dataganj Tehsil, Budaun 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 243630.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur had a total population of 1,185, including 622 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
Sherpur had 244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur was 51.95%. Male literacy was 59.35% and female literacy was 43.52%.