Sherapur - Mankapur, Gonda
Sherapur is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Naraicha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherapur is 175853. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.73 hectares and falls under the 271302 pincode.
Sherapur 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 Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherapur village had a total population of 90 people, including 47 males and 43 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 9 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Sherapur
Sherapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maskanwa | North | 0.78 km |
| Din Nagar | East | 1.01 km |
| Sohili | West | 1.03 km |
| Naraicha | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Dariyapur | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Tenduva Ranipur | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Mishraulia Khurd | North | 1.66 km |
| Bhikharipur | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Sohila | West | 1.70 km |
| Asnahara | East | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherapur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sherapur. The nearest railway station is S Narayan Chpla, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gonda to Sherapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sherapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sherapur
Where is Sherapur located?
Sherapur village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sherapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherapur is Naraicha.
What is the pincode of Sherapur?
The pincode of Sherapur is 271302.
What is the population of Sherapur?
Sherapur had a total population of 90, including 47 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Sherapur?
Sherapur had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherapur was 81.48%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 73.68%.