Shikarpur
Shikarpur is a village located in Maharajganj tehsil of Mahrajganj district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Maharajganj (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Mahrajganj. As per 2009 stats, Jungle Vaki Tukda No 14 is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.
Shikarpur has its own place in the vibrant Mahrajganj 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 184534. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.79 hectares. Mahrajganj is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Shikarpur
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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 2,078 | 1,045 | 1,033 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 160 | 159 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 511 | 260 | 251 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
Literate Population | 1,264 | 739 | 525 |
Illiterate Population | 814 | 306 | 508 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikarpur village:
- The total population of Shikarpur village is around 2,078, including approximately 1,045 males and 1,033 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 319 children aged 0–6 years in Shikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shikarpur village has 511 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shikarpur village is about 60.83%, with male literacy at 70.72% and female literacy at 50.82%.
- There are around 356 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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur
- Where is Shikarpur located?
- Shikarpur village is situated in Maharajganj Tehsil, within the Mahrajganj district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Jungle Vaki Tukda No 14 (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 2,078, with 1,045 males and 1,033 females.
- How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 356 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 60.83%. The male literacy rate is 70.72%, while the female literacy rate is 50.82%.