Shikarpur

Shikarpur is a village located in Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhanian (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Ghazipur. As per 2009 stats, Shikarpura is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.

Shikarpur has its own place in the vibrant Ghazipur 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 Shikarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikarpur is 203981. The village spans a total geographical area of 181.45 hectares. Sadat is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Shikarpur

Below is a concise population overview of Shikarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,836 938 898
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 297 163 134
Scheduled Castes (SC) 449 218 231
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,080 623 457
Illiterate Population 756 315 441

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikarpur village:

  • The total population of Shikarpur village is around 1,836, including approximately 938 males and 898 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 297 children aged 0–6 years in Shikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikarpur village has 449 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shikarpur village is about 58.82%, with male literacy at 66.42% and female literacy at 50.89%.
  • There are around 242 households in Shikarpur village.

Connectivity of Shikarpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shikarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shikarpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Shikarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikarpur.

Sikndarpur Sultanpur Tanda Baraj Dilwlpur Doara Doriya Chak Memrej Chaksdur Sadat Burnpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur

Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is situated in Jakhania Tehsil, within the Ghazipur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Shikarpura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikarpur is 1,836, with 938 males and 898 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 58.82%. The male literacy rate is 66.42%, while the female literacy rate is 50.89%.