Shikarpur - Suar, Rampur
Shikarpur is a village situated in the Suar tehsil of Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rampur. Shikarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikarpur is 116307. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.64 hectares and falls under the 244924 pincode. Suar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shikarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village had a total population of 1,995 people, including 1,069 males and 926 females, living in 315 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.11%, with male literacy at 85.84% and female literacy at 60.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 1,995 | 1,069 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 193 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 752 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 317 | 467 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maharajpur | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Lohari | South | 1.29 km |
| Nayagaon Najibabad | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Shiv Nagar Lohari | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Arsal Parsal | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Kishanpur Molagarh | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Manpur North | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Loharra Inayat Ganj | South | 2.92 km |
| Khera Parsal | East | 2.96 km |
| Dharmpur North | West | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shikarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Shikarpur. The nearest railway station is Bazpur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.4 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 Suar to Shikarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rampur to Shikarpur is about 45 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is located in Suar Tehsil, Rampur 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 244924.
What is the population of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur had a total population of 1,995, including 1,069 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur?
Shikarpur had 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikarpur was 74.11%. Male literacy was 85.84% and female literacy was 60.55%.