Sherpur - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Sherpur is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Bilandpur Sundarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 132683. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.89 hectares and falls under the 242401 pincode.
Sherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
As per Census 2011, Sherpur village has a total population of 314 people, consisting of 169 males and 145 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 169 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 84 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 85 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diuria Jaswantpur | North | 1.35 km |
| Chak Daha | East | 1.51 km |
| Diuras | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Todarpur T. Khutar | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Divri | North | 2.08 km |
| Tilokpur | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Bilandpur | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Chathia Balrampur | South | 2.45 km |
| Manaiya M Mahua | East | 2.62 km |
| Tajpur | North | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
Sherpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sehramau, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Sherpur is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sherpur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Bilandpur Sundarpur.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 242401.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur has a total population of 314, including 169 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
There are 44 households in Sherpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur is 42.36%. Male literacy is 49.70% and female literacy is 33.79%.