Sherpur - Roorkee, Haridwar
Sherpur is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from Roorkee and around 30 km from Hardwar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherpur is 056430. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 247665 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sherpur is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Roorkee Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur village had a total population of 1,739 people, including 907 males and 832 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.89%, with male literacy at 88.82% and female literacy at 72.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 668.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,739 | 907 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 147 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 668 | 339 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 675 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 232 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Sherpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sherpur
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Sherpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Sherpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Sherpur
Where is Sherpur located?
Sherpur village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Sherpur?
The pincode of Sherpur is 247665.
What is the population of Sherpur?
Sherpur had a total population of 1,739, including 907 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
Sherpur had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur was 80.89%. Male literacy was 88.82% and female literacy was 72.34%.