Sherpur - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Sherpur is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Sithuapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 200259. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.63 hectares and falls under the 222139 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur village had a total population of 342 people, including 157 males and 185 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.44%, with male literacy at 75.20% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 342 | 157 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 94 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 63 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Sherpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sherpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shahganj to Sherpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Sherpur is about 34 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Sithuapara.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 222139.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur had a total population of 342, including 157 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
Sherpur had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur was 65.44%. Male literacy was 75.20% and female literacy was 57.14%.