Shikarpur

Shikarpur is a village located in Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kadwa (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Belon is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.

Shikarpur has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shikarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikarpur is 224680. The village spans a total geographical area of 27 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Shikarpur

Below is a concise population overview of Shikarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 867 444 423
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 164 83 81
Scheduled Castes (SC) 224 109 115
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 375 225 150
Illiterate Population 492 219 273

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikarpur village:

  • The total population of Shikarpur village is around 867, including approximately 444 males and 423 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 164 children aged 0–6 years in Shikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikarpur village has 224 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shikarpur village is about 43.25%, with male literacy at 50.68% and female literacy at 35.46%.
  • There are around 165 households in Shikarpur village.

Connectivity of Shikarpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shikarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shikarpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Shikarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikarpur.

Kaliganj Jalkar Baluganj Ramnagar Harnathpur Bailaun Pialpur Dhangi Sihpur Gachh Titahia Bogaragachh Malhatola Maria

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur

Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is situated in Kadwa Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Belon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikarpur is 867, with 444 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 43.25%. The male literacy rate is 50.68%, while the female literacy rate is 35.46%.