Shikarpur - Sehore
Shikarpur is a village situated in the Sehore tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Sehore, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Shikarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikarpur is 482672. The village covers a total geographical area of 1085.9 hectares and falls under the 466111 pincode. Sehore is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Ichhawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikarpur
As per Census 2011, Shikarpur village has a total population of 1,770 people, consisting of 924 males and 846 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 990 literate and 780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shikarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,770 | 924 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 141 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 145 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 640 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 284 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Shikarpur
Shikarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khutiya Khedi | East | 2.25 km |
| Kahari Jadeed | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Sagoni | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Semli Jadid | South | 3.75 km |
| Barkheda Bazyaft | East | 3.84 km |
| Dhamankheda | West | 3.91 km |
| Bamuliya Doraha | North | 3.96 km |
| Khejda | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Tonkpura | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Mohanpur Noabad | South | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shikarpur
Shikarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pachwan, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sehore to Shikarpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is located in Sehore Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, 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 466111.
What is the population of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur has a total population of 1,770, including 924 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur?
There are 327 households in Shikarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikarpur is 55.93%. Male literacy is 69.26% and female literacy is 41.37%.