Sherpur
About Sherpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sherpur village is 056379. Sherpur village is located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Mohitpur is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 128.19 hectares. Sherpur has a total population of 632 peoples, out of which male population is 330 while female population is 302. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 915 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sherpur village is 53.64% out of which 62.42% males and 44.04% females are literate. There are about 104 houses in sherpur village. Pincode of sherpur village locality is 247661.
When it comes to administration, Sherpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sherpur village comes under Bhagwanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency. Roorkee is nearest town to sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Sherpur
The population details of Sherpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 632 | 330 | 302 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 105 | 53 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 339 | 206 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 124 | 169 |
Connectivity of Sherpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Mohitpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 247661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sherpur is 632, with 330 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 53.64%. The male literacy rate is 62.42%, while the female literacy rate is 44.04%.