Sherpur - Akbarpur, Kanpur Dehat
Sherpur is a village situated in the Akbarpur tehsil of Kanpur Dehat district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akbarpur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Mati. Biwain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 149318. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.63 hectares and falls under the 209208 pincode. Akbarpur is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Akbarpur - raniya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur village had a total population of 107 people, including 57 males and 50 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.80%, with male literacy at 86.00% and female literacy at 79.07%.
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 | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tituramau | South-East | 0.80 km |
| Biwain | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Naidhi | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Karchal | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Behata | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Kairani | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Sunbarsa | North | 2.37 km |
| Bhujpura | East | 2.44 km |
| Parsauli | East | 2.55 km |
| Matiamau | South | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sherpur. The nearest railway station is Maitha, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 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 Akbarpur to Sherpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mati to Sherpur is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 Akbarpur Tehsil, Kanpur Dehat district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Biwain.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 209208.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur had a total population of 107, including 57 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
Sherpur had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur was 82.80%. Male literacy was 86.00% and female literacy was 79.07%.