Shikarpur
About Shikarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shikarpur village is 234507. Shikarpur village is located in Sonepur subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sonepur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Sikarpur is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 533 hectares. Shikarpur has a total population of 6,973 peoples, out of which male population is 3,670 while female population is 3,303. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 900 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shikarpur village is 37.21% out of which 45.45% males and 28.07% females are literate. There are about 1,081 houses in shikarpur village. Pincode of shikarpur village locality is 841101.
Sonepur is nearest town to shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Shikarpur
The population details of Shikarpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,973 | 3,670 | 3,303 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,345 | 679 | 666 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 713 | 385 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,595 | 1,668 | 927 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,378 | 2,002 | 2,376 |
Connectivity of Shikarpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is situated in Sonepur Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Sikarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shikarpur?
The pincode of Shikarpur is 841101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikarpur is 6,973, with 3,670 males and 3,303 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 1,081 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 37.21%. The male literacy rate is 45.45%, while the female literacy rate is 28.07%.