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.
Here you can discover what makes Sherwa unique in its vibrant Chunar-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Sherwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Sherwa
Population of Sherwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sherwa has a total population of about 1,991, with approximately 1,014 males and 977 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 321 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 332 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.03%, with male literacy at about 57.99% and female literacy near 43.81%. There are around 326 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.