Sherpur
Sherpur is a village located in Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Powayan (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Shahjahanpur. As per 2009 stats, Bilandpur Sundarpur is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpur unique in its vibrant Powayan-Shahjahanpur region. You’ll see Sherpur’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 Sherpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpur is 132683. The village spans a total geographical area of 245.89 hectares. Powayan is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sherpur
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur has a total population of about 314, with approximately 169 males and 145 females. The sex ratio is around 857 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 48 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 42.36%, with male literacy at about 49.70% and female literacy near 33.79%. There are around 44 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 169 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 133 | 84 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 85 | 96 |
Connectivity of Sherpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sherpur 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur
- Where is Sherpur located?
- Sherpur village is situated in Powayan Tehsil, within the Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Bilandpur Sundarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpur is 314, with 169 males and 145 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 42.36%. The male literacy rate is 49.70%, while the female literacy rate is 33.79%.