Sulema Shikohpur - Nagina, Bijnor
Sulema Shikohpur is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Sulemanpurshikohpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sulema Shikohpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulema Shikohpur is 112567. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.79 hectares and falls under the 246763 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Sulema Shikohpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sulema Shikohpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sulema Shikohpur village had a total population of 204 people, including 103 males and 101 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.18%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 69.05%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 204 | 103 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 80 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 23 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Sulema Shikohpur
Sulema Shikohpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aurangjebpur Shahali | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Telipara | North | 2.15 km |
| Murtajabad | West | 2.91 km |
| Rajpur Kot | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Shankerpur | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Lalpani Palli | North | 3.41 km |
| Bawan Sarai | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Rampur | North | 3.75 km |
| Lalpani Walli | North | 3.76 km |
| Saboowala | West | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sulema Shikohpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sulema Shikohpur. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijnor to Sulema Shikohpur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sulema Shikohpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sulema Shikohpur 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 Sulema Shikohpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sulema Shikohpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sulema Shikohpur
Where is Sulema Shikohpur located?
Sulema Shikohpur village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sulema Shikohpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sulema Shikohpur is Sulemanpurshikohpur.
What is the pincode of Sulema Shikohpur?
The pincode of Sulema Shikohpur is 246763.
What is the population of Sulema Shikohpur?
Sulema Shikohpur had a total population of 204, including 103 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Sulema Shikohpur?
Sulema Shikohpur had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sulema Shikohpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulema Shikohpur was 81.18%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 69.05%.