Sherpursarai - Farrukhabad
Sherpursarai is a village situated in the Farrukhabad tehsil of Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farrukhabad and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh. Sherakhpur Sarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpursarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpursarai is 146557. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.73 hectares and falls under the 209724 pincode. Kamaalganj is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Sherpursarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhojpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Farrukhabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpursarai
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpursarai village had a total population of 1,503 people, including 816 males and 687 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.92%, with male literacy at 80.30% and female literacy at 61.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 489.
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 | 1,503 | 816 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 146 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 489 | 266 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 886 | 538 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 278 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpursarai
Sherpursarai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katri Sherpursarai | East | 1.24 km |
| Bahbalapur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Raura | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Rampur Manjh Gaon | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Sarraiyan | North | 2.08 km |
| Singhirampur | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Katri Chiasar | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Bara Mau Pansala | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Ganga Ganj Gurauli | South | 3.27 km |
| Manpur Chandanpur | North | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpursarai
Sherpursarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khudaganj, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamaalganj to Sherpursarai is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Fatehgarh to Sherpursarai is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpursarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpursarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpursarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherpursarai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sherpursarai
Where is Sherpursarai located?
Sherpursarai village is located in Farrukhabad Tehsil, Farrukhabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpursarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpursarai is Sherakhpur Sarai.
What is the pincode of Sherpursarai?
The pincode of Sherpursarai is 209724.
What is the population of Sherpursarai?
Sherpursarai had a total population of 1,503, including 816 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Sherpursarai?
Sherpursarai had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpursarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpursarai was 71.92%. Male literacy was 80.30% and female literacy was 61.92%.