Shikarpur

Shikarpur is a village located in Nichlaul tehsil of Mahrajganj district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Nichlaul (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Mahrajganj. As per 2009 stats, Shikarpur village is also a gram panchayat.

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 183942. The village spans a total geographical area of 254.42 hectares. Mahrajganj is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km 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 1,355 707 648
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 280 140 140
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,051 550 501
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 448 301 147
Illiterate Population 907 406 501

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

  • The total population of Shikarpur village is around 1,355, including approximately 707 males and 648 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 280 children aged 0–6 years in Shikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikarpur village has 1,051 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shikarpur village is about 33.06%, with male literacy at 42.57% and female literacy at 22.69%.
  • There are around 258 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ 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.

Narsinhpur Bhohtha Khutahwa Bansapti Bakulahia Sohgi Barwa Kapar Dhikka Kalanahi Khurd Kalanahi Kalan Auarahia Kathaya

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur

Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is situated in Nichlaul Tehsil, within the Mahrajganj district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikarpur is 1,355, with 707 males and 648 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 33.06%. The male literacy rate is 42.57%, while the female literacy rate is 22.69%.