Sherpur - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Sherpur is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Sherpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 206384. The village covers a total geographical area of 3866 hectares and falls under the 233234 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
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 Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
As per Census 2011, Sherpur village has a total population of 25,795 people, consisting of 13,491 males and 12,304 females. The village has 4,053 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,915 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,692 literate and 11,103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,562 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 246 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,795 | 13,491 | 12,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,915 | 2,061 | 1,854 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,562 | 2,360 | 2,202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 127 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 14,692 | 8,769 | 5,923 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,103 | 4,722 | 6,381 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lalupur | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Jamal Pur | South | 2.08 km |
| Amghat | East | 3.30 km |
| Sanupur | East | 3.41 km |
| Surtapur | North | 3.42 km |
| Tamalpura | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Parahladpur | North | 3.89 km |
| Kthar | East | 3.99 km |
| Sayidaspur | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Chak Sale | North | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Public transport in the Sherpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gahmar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Sherpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur 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 233234.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur has a total population of 25,795, including 13,491 males and 12,304 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
There are 4,053 households in Sherpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur is 56.96%. Male literacy is 65.00% and female literacy is 48.14%.