Sherpur Pelon - Behat, Saharanpur
Sherpur Pelon is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behat and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Sherpur Pelon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur Pelon is 108896. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.06 hectares and falls under the 247121 pincode.
Sherpur Pelon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sherpur Pelon
As per Census 2011, Sherpur Pelon village has a total population of 3,542 people, consisting of 1,905 males and 1,637 females. The village has 735 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 685 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,209 literate and 2,333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 827 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpur Pelon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,542 | 1,905 | 1,637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 685 | 363 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 827 | 462 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 1,209 | 764 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,333 | 1,141 | 1,192 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur Pelon
Sherpur Pelon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Roshanpur Pelon | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Habibpur Urf Tapoban | East | 2.02 km |
| Khawaspur | South | 2.32 km |
| Ali Akbarpur | North | 2.50 km |
| Shahpur Garha | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Mohidinpur | West | 3.15 km |
| Mirzapur Pole | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Wazeedpur | South | 3.56 km |
| Qasimpur Mazra Padli | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Mohammedpur Jhanjhara | South-East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur Pelon
Sherpur Pelon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pilkhani, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Saharanpur to Sherpur Pelon is about 46 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 Pelon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur Pelon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpur Pelon
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 Pelon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sherpur Pelon
Where is Sherpur Pelon located?
Sherpur Pelon village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur Pelon?
Sherpur Pelon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sherpur Pelon?
The pincode of Sherpur Pelon is 247121.
What is the population of Sherpur Pelon?
Sherpur Pelon has a total population of 3,542, including 1,905 males and 1,637 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur Pelon?
There are 735 households in Sherpur Pelon.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur Pelon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur Pelon is 34.13%. Male literacy is 40.10% and female literacy is 27.18%.