Chitwana Sherpur - Mawana, Meerut
Chitwana Sherpur is a village situated in the Mawana tehsil of Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawana and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Meerut. Chitwana Sherpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitwana Sherpur is 118908. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.95 hectares and falls under the 250406 pincode. Parichatgarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chitwana 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 Hastinapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitwana Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Chitwana Sherpur village had a total population of 2,959 people, including 1,597 males and 1,362 females, living in 503 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.21%, with male literacy at 90.70% and female literacy at 61.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 889.
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 | 2,959 | 1,597 | 1,362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 210 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 473 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,985 | 1,258 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 974 | 339 | 635 |
Nearby Villages of Chitwana Sherpur
Chitwana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khatki | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Jataula | East | 1.98 km |
| Kabirpur | West | 2.15 km |
| Dayalpur | South | 2.52 km |
| Narangpur | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Amarsinghpur | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Achi Khurd | North | 3.21 km |
| Poothi | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Muzaffarpur Khunti | East | 3.54 km |
| Neemka | East | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitwana Sherpur
Chitwana Sherpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Garhmuktesar, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parichatgarh to Chitwana Sherpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Meerut to Chitwana Sherpur is about 30 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 Chitwana Sherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitwana Sherpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chitwana 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 Chitwana Sherpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitwana Sherpur
Where is Chitwana Sherpur located?
Chitwana Sherpur village is located in Mawana Tehsil, Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitwana Sherpur?
Chitwana Sherpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chitwana Sherpur?
The pincode of Chitwana Sherpur is 250406.
What is the population of Chitwana Sherpur?
Chitwana Sherpur had a total population of 2,959, including 1,597 males and 1,362 females.
How many households are there in Chitwana Sherpur?
Chitwana Sherpur had 503 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitwana Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitwana Sherpur was 77.21%. Male literacy was 90.70% and female literacy was 61.40%.