Shikarpur

Shikarpur is a village located in Mohkhed tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Mohkhed (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Shikarpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shikarpur unique in its vibrant Mohkhed-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Shikarpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Shikarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikarpur is 495104. The village spans a total geographical area of 499 hectares. Chhindwara is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Shikarpur

According to the 2011 Census, Shikarpur has a total population of about 1,065, with approximately 528 males and 537 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 185 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 265. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.79%, with male literacy at about 73.86% and female literacy near 61.82%. There are around 232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,065 528 537
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 119 63 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 185 85 100
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 265 123 142
Literate Population 722 390 332
Illiterate Population 343 138 205

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 village

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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur

Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is situated in Mohkhed Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikarpur is 1,065, with 528 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 67.79%. The male literacy rate is 73.86%, while the female literacy rate is 61.82%.