Shikrapur - Shirur, Pune
Shikrapur is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Shikrapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikrapur is 555628. The village covers a total geographical area of 2248.94 hectares and falls under the 412208 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shikrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shikrapur
As per Census 2011, Shikrapur village has a total population of 19,374 people, consisting of 10,259 males and 9,115 females. The village has 4,670 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,968 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,703 literate and 4,671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,542 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 324 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shikrapur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shikrapur
Shikrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rautwadi | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Jategaon Bk. | West | 3.09 km |
| Kasari | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Burunjwadi | North | 3.31 km |
| Kondhapuri | East | 4.73 km |
| Ganegaon Khalsa | North-East | 5.22 km |
| Pimpale Khalsa | North | 5.31 km |
| Jategaon Kh. | West | 5.52 km |
| Talegaon Dhamdhere | South | 6.71 km |
| Mukhai | North-West | 7.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shikrapur
Shikrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uruli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shirur to Shikrapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Shikrapur is about 35 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 Shikrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shikrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Shikrapur
Where is Shikrapur located?
Shikrapur village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikrapur?
Shikrapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shikrapur?
The pincode of Shikrapur is 412208.
What is the population of Shikrapur?
Shikrapur has a total population of 19,374, including 10,259 males and 9,115 females.
How many households are there in Shikrapur?
There are 4,670 households in Shikrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shikrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikrapur is 75.89%. Male literacy is 79.34% and female literacy is 72.01%.