Shikarpura
Shikarpura is a village located in Luni tehsil of Jodhpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Luni (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jodhpur. As per 2009 stats, Shikarpura village is also a gram panchayat.
Shikarpura has its own place in the vibrant Jodhpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Shikarpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikarpura is 085668. The village spans a total geographical area of 2222.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 342802. Jodhpur is nearest town to Shikarpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Shikarpura
Population of Shikarpura
Below is a concise population overview of Shikarpura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 2,871 | 1,459 | 1,412 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 226 | 226 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 269 | 268 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
Literate Population | 1,562 | 978 | 584 |
Illiterate Population | 1,309 | 481 | 828 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikarpura village:
- The total population of Shikarpura village is around 2,871, including approximately 1,459 males and 1,412 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 452 children aged 0–6 years in Shikarpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shikarpura village has 537 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shikarpura village is about 54.41%, with male literacy at 67.03% and female literacy at 41.36%.
- There are around 559 households in Shikarpura village.
Connectivity of Shikarpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikarpura. As per the 2011 stats, Shikarpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shikarpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Shikarpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikarpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpura
- Where is Shikarpura located?
- Shikarpura village is situated in Luni Tehsil, within the Jodhpur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpura?
- Shikarpura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shikarpura?
- The pincode of Shikarpura is 342802, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shikarpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikarpura is 2,871, with 1,459 males and 1,412 females.
- How many households are there in Shikarpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpura village has a total of 559 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikarpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpura is 54.41%. The male literacy rate is 67.03%, while the female literacy rate is 41.36%.