Shikarpura - Nowgong, Chhatarpur
Shikarpura is a village situated in the Nowgong tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nowgong and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Chandaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shikarpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikarpura is 457719. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.74 hectares and falls under the 471201 pincode. Nowgong is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shikarpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shikarpura
According to the 2011 Census, Shikarpura village had a total population of 815 people, including 437 males and 378 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.58%, with male literacy at 77.28% and female literacy at 43.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 815 | 437 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 100 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 296 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 141 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Shikarpura
Shikarpura 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 Shikarpura
Shikarpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowgong to Shikarpura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Shikarpura is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shikarpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikarpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shikarpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikarpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shikarpura
Where is Shikarpura located?
Shikarpura village is located in Nowgong Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shikarpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpura is Chandaura.
What is the pincode of Shikarpura?
The pincode of Shikarpura is 471201.
What is the population of Shikarpura?
Shikarpura had a total population of 815, including 437 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpura?
Shikarpura had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikarpura was 61.58%. Male literacy was 77.28% and female literacy was 43.08%.