Sherpur
Sherpur is a village located in Ramnagar Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Baisai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sherpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Badalpur is the gram panchayat of Sherpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sherpur unique in its vibrant Ramnagar Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Sherpur’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
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sherpur is 347066. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721423. Contai is nearest town to Sherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sherpur
Population of Sherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sherpur has a total population of about 730, with approximately 388 males and 342 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 86.58%, with male literacy at about 90.72% and female literacy near 81.87%. There are around 138 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sherpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 730 | 388 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 632 | 352 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 36 | 62 |
Connectivity of Sherpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sherpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sherpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sherpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sherpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sherpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherpur
- Where is Sherpur located?
- Sherpur village is situated in Ramnagar Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sherpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sherpur is Badalpur (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 721423, 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 730, with 388 males and 342 females.
- How many households are there in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sherpur village has a total of 138 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sherpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sherpur is 86.58%. The male literacy rate is 90.72%, while the female literacy rate is 81.87%.