Shikrapur
Shikrapur is a village located in Shirur tehsil of Pune district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Shirur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Pune. As per 2009 stats, Shikrapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shikrapur unique in its vibrant Shirur-Pune region. You’ll see Shikrapur’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 Shikrapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikrapur is 555628. The village spans a total geographical area of 2248.94 hectares. Shirur is nearest town to Shikrapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
As per 2019 stats, Shikrapur village comes under Shirur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Shikrapur
Population of Shikrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Shikrapur has a total population of about 19,374, with approximately 10,259 males and 9,115 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,968 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,542 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 324. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.89%, with male literacy at about 79.34% and female literacy near 72.01%. There are around 4,670 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikrapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,374 | 10,259 | 9,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,968 | 1,568 | 1,400 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,542 | 828 | 714 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 172 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 14,703 | 8,139 | 6,564 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,671 | 2,120 | 2,551 |
Connectivity of Shikrapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikrapur. As per the 2011 stats, Shikrapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shikrapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shikrapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikrapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikrapur
- Where is Shikrapur located?
- Shikrapur village is situated in Shirur Tehsil, within the Pune district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikrapur?
- Shikrapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shikrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikrapur is 19,374, with 10,259 males and 9,115 females.
- How many households are there in Shikrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikrapur village has a total of 4,670 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikrapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikrapur is 75.89%. The male literacy rate is 79.34%, while the female literacy rate is 72.01%.