Shikarpur - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Shikarpur is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Shikarpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shikarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikarpur is 203981. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.45 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Sadat is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
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 Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikarpur
As per Census 2011, Shikarpur village has a total population of 1,836 people, consisting of 938 males and 898 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,080 literate and 756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shikarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,836 | 938 | 898 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 163 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 218 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 1,080 | 623 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 756 | 315 | 441 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dilwlpur | North | 0.96 km |
| Almpur Chhapra | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Doriya | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Sundarpur | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Chak Memrej | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Undrapur | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Sesukapar | South | 1.78 km |
| Doara | East | 1.80 km |
| Chaksdur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Mubarakpur Hartara | North | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shikarpur
Shikarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sadat, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sadat to Shikarpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Shikarpur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Shikarpura.
What is the pincode of Shikarpur?
The pincode of Shikarpur is 275204.
What is the population of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur has a total population of 1,836, including 938 males and 898 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur?
There are 242 households in Shikarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikarpur is 58.82%. Male literacy is 66.42% and female literacy is 50.89%.