Shikarpur - Sahaswan, Budaun
Shikarpur is a village situated in the Sahaswan tehsil of Budaun district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaswan and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Budaun. Shikarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikarpur is 128130. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.53 hectares and falls under the 243638 pincode.
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 Sahaswan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Badaun Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village had a total population of 1,366 people, including 740 males and 626 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.88%, with male literacy at 42.62% and female literacy at 18.88%.
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 | 1,366 | 740 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 137 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 257 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,015 | 483 | 532 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhamori | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Ibrahimpur Garhi | North | 1.35 km |
| Daulatpur | East | 1.70 km |
| Mohammadpur Udha | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Kamalpur Jallu Nagar | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Ismailpur Ghonspur | South | 2.16 km |
| Firozabad Narota | West | 2.48 km |
| Allipur Tappa Haveli | East | 2.49 km |
| Jarara | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Parsauna | South-West | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shikarpur
Shikarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kachhiaa, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Budaun to Shikarpur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is located in Sahaswan Tehsil, Budaun district, Uttar 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 243638.
What is the population of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur had a total population of 1,366, including 740 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur?
Shikarpur had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikarpur was 31.88%. Male literacy was 42.62% and female literacy was 18.88%.