Sherpur Khelmau
Sherpur Khelmau is a village located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Sherpur Khelmau village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpur Khelmau unique in its vibrant Roorkee-Hardwar region. You’ll see Sherpur Khelmau’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 Khelmau
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpur Khelmau is 056556. The village spans a total geographical area of 544.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247665. Jhabrera is nearest town to Sherpur Khelmau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sherpur Khelmau village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jhabrera Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sherpur Khelmau
Population of Sherpur Khelmau
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur Khelmau has a total population of about 4,419, with approximately 2,452 males and 1,967 females. The sex ratio is around 802 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 462 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,173 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.22%, with male literacy at about 72.47% and female literacy near 56.18%. There are around 765 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherpur Khelmau's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,419 | 2,452 | 1,967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 268 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,173 | 632 | 541 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 2 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,882 | 1,777 | 1,105 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,537 | 675 | 862 |
Connectivity of Sherpur Khelmau
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherpur Khelmau. As per the 2011 stats, Sherpur Khelmau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur Khelmau
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherpur Khelmau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherpur Khelmau.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur Khelmau
- Where is Sherpur Khelmau located?
- Sherpur Khelmau village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur Khelmau?
- Sherpur Khelmau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sherpur Khelmau?
- The pincode of Sherpur Khelmau is 247665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sherpur Khelmau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpur Khelmau is 4,419, with 2,452 males and 1,967 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpur Khelmau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur Khelmau village has a total of 765 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpur Khelmau as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur Khelmau is 65.22%. The male literacy rate is 72.47%, while the female literacy rate is 56.18%.