Sherua
Sherua is a village located in Marihan tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Marihan (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Sherua village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sherua unique in its vibrant Marihan-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Sherua’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 Sherua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherua is 212246. The village spans a total geographical area of 1383 hectares. Marihan is nearest town to Sherua village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sherua
Population of Sherua
According to the 2011 Census, Sherua has a total population of about 1,870, with approximately 973 males and 897 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 350 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,289 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.03%, with male literacy at about 51.70% and female literacy near 37.79%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,870 | 973 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 190 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,289 | 681 | 608 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 503 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,028 | 470 | 558 |
Connectivity of Sherua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherua. As per the 2011 stats, Sherua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sherua
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherua
- Where is Sherua located?
- Sherua village is situated in Marihan Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherua?
- Sherua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sherua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherua is 1,870, with 973 males and 897 females.
- How many households are there in Sherua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherua village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherua is 45.03%. The male literacy rate is 51.70%, while the female literacy rate is 37.79%.