Sherwa

Sherwa is a village located in Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Chunar (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Sherwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Sherwa has its own place in the vibrant Mirzapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sherwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherwa is 212784. The village spans a total geographical area of 363.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231304. Chunar is nearest town to Sherwa village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sherwa

Below is a concise population overview of Sherwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,991 1,014 977
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 321 167 154
Scheduled Castes (SC) 332 176 156
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,016 588 428
Illiterate Population 975 426 549

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sherwa village:

  • The total population of Sherwa village is around 1,991, including approximately 1,014 males and 977 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 321 children aged 0–6 years in Sherwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sherwa village has 332 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sherwa village is about 51.03%, with male literacy at 57.99% and female literacy at 43.81%.
  • There are around 326 households in Sherwa village.

Connectivity of Sherwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherwa. As per the 2011 stats, Sherwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sherwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Sherwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherwa.

Chilbilia Pathrauria Bhokhraud Bahadurpur Lohrajpur Naudiha Araji Nandpur Chak Lathia Bhuili Khas Lachhimanpur Suraha

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherwa

Where is Sherwa located?
Sherwa village is situated in Chunar Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherwa?
Sherwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sherwa?
The pincode of Sherwa is 231304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sherwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherwa is 1,991, with 1,014 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Sherwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherwa village has a total of 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherwa is 51.03%. The male literacy rate is 57.99%, while the female literacy rate is 43.81%.