Shikarpur Village - Narkatiaganj, Pashchim Champaran
Shikarpur is a village situated in the Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkatiaganj and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Shikarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikarpur is 216597. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.1 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shikarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikarpur
As per Census 2011, Shikarpur village has a total population of 7,150 people, consisting of 3,759 males and 3,391 females. The village has 1,336 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,054 literate and 4,096 illiterate residents. Additionally, 927 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shikarpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,150 | 3,759 | 3,391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,358 | 700 | 658 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 927 | 483 | 444 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 3,054 | 1,861 | 1,193 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,096 | 1,898 | 2,198 |
Nearby Villages of Shikarpur
Shikarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Malda | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Satwaria | North | 1.83 km |
| Indarwa | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Maldi | South | 2.55 km |
| Harditerha | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Rakhahi | East | 2.97 km |
| Chitamanpur | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Kundalpur | North | 3.28 km |
| Sitwapur | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Tarharwa | South | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shikarpur
Public transport in the Shikarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Narkatiaganj Jn, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Shikarpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Shikarpur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shikarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shikarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is located in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shikarpur?
The pincode of Shikarpur is 845451.
What is the population of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur has a total population of 7,150, including 3,759 males and 3,391 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur?
There are 1,336 households in Shikarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikarpur is 42.71%. Male literacy is 49.51% and female literacy is 35.18%.