Shikarpur - Bhachau, Kachchh
Shikarpur is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Shikarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikarpur is 506692. The village covers a total geographical area of 5194.21 hectares and falls under the 370150 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Rapar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikarpur
As per Census 2011, Shikarpur village has a total population of 4,988 people, consisting of 2,542 males and 2,446 females. The village has 1,070 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 954 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,777 literate and 3,211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shikarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,988 | 2,542 | 2,446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 954 | 496 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 219 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,777 | 1,145 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,211 | 1,397 | 1,814 |
Nearby Villages of Shikarpur
Shikarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shikarpur
Shikarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhachau to Shikarpur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Shikarpur is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, 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 370150.
What is the population of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur has a total population of 4,988, including 2,542 males and 2,446 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur?
There are 1,070 households in Shikarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikarpur is 35.63%. Male literacy is 45.04% and female literacy is 25.84%.