Shikarpur

Shikarpur is a village located in Kasba subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kasba (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Sabdalpur is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.

Shikarpur has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 223588. The village spans a total geographical area of 278 hectares. Kasba is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km 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 2,506 1,329 1,177
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 610 328 282
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,012 629 383
Illiterate Population 1,494 700 794

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

  • The total population of Shikarpur village is around 2,506, including approximately 1,329 males and 1,177 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 610 children aged 0–6 years in Shikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shikarpur village is about 40.38%, with male literacy at 47.33% and female literacy at 32.54%.
  • There are around 425 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

Alampur Puparia Ujialpur Ghorghat Basantpur Sabdalpur Deari Kulasundar Kula Bhagwati Kula Khas Murad Bagh Lalharia

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur

Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is situated in Kasba Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Sabdalpur (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 2,506, with 1,329 males and 1,177 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 425 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 40.38%. The male literacy rate is 47.33%, while the female literacy rate is 32.54%.