Shikarpur
Shikarpur is a village located in Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Tilhar (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Shahjahanpur. As per 2009 stats, Shikarpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shikarpur unique in its vibrant Tilhar-Shahjahanpur region. You’ll see Shikarpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shikarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikarpur is 133526. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.27 hectares. Shahjahanpur is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
Google Map of Shikarpur
Population of Shikarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shikarpur has a total population of about 663, with approximately 346 males and 317 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 212 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 20.21%, with male literacy at about 28.90% and female literacy near 10.73%. There are around 79 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 663 | 346 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 104 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 134 | 100 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 246 | 283 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur
- Where is Shikarpur located?
- Shikarpur village is situated in Tilhar Tehsil, within the Shahjahanpur 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 663, with 346 males and 317 females.
- How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 20.21%. The male literacy rate is 28.90%, while the female literacy rate is 10.73%.