Sherpur Kalan - Puranpur, Pilibhit
Sherpur Kalan is a village situated in the Puranpur tehsil of Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puranpur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Pilibhit. Sherpur Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur Kalan is 132338. The village covers a total geographical area of 707.2 hectares and falls under the 262122 pincode. Pilibhit is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sherpur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur Kalan
As per Census 2011, Sherpur Kalan village has a total population of 17,456 people, consisting of 9,133 males and 8,323 females. The village has 3,065 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,571 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,773 literate and 10,683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpur Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,456 | 9,133 | 8,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,571 | 1,357 | 1,214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 126 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 6,773 | 4,037 | 2,736 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,683 | 5,096 | 5,587 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur Kalan
Sherpur Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shikarpur | West | 1.89 km |
| Panjaba | South | 1.91 km |
| Khairpur T.jatpura | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Pipria Darod Giran | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Mohammadpur J. Bhaipur | North | 2.50 km |
| Ramnagar | East | 2.65 km |
| Puranpur Khas (rural) | West | 2.79 km |
| Pipria Jaibhadra | North | 2.82 km |
| Simria T.maharajpur | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Tandola | South-East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur Kalan
Sherpur Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Udaypur Khurd, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pilibhit to Sherpur Kalan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pilibhit to Sherpur Kalan is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sherpur Kalan
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 Kalan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sherpur Kalan
Where is Sherpur Kalan located?
Sherpur Kalan village is located in Puranpur Tehsil, Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur Kalan?
Sherpur Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherpur Kalan?
The pincode of Sherpur Kalan is 262122.
What is the population of Sherpur Kalan?
Sherpur Kalan has a total population of 17,456, including 9,133 males and 8,323 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur Kalan?
There are 3,065 households in Sherpur Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur Kalan is 38.80%. Male literacy is 44.20% and female literacy is 32.87%.