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
As per Census 2011, Sherpur village has a total population of 1,739 people, consisting of 907 males and 832 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,185 literate and 554 illiterate residents. Additionally, 668 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sherpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,739 | 907 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 147 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 668 | 339 | 329 |
| 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
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| 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 has a total population of 1,739, including 907 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Sherpur?
There are 307 households in Sherpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherpur is 68.14%. Male literacy is 74.42% and female literacy is 61.30%.