Shikarpur
Shikarpur is a village located in Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Robertsganj (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Sikarwar is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shikarpur unique in its vibrant Robertsganj-Sonbhadra 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 213903. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231216. Robertsganj is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shikarpur
Population of Shikarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shikarpur has a total population of about 437, with approximately 230 males and 207 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 265 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 34.10%, with male literacy at about 45.65% and female literacy near 21.26%. There are around 94 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 | 437 | 230 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 133 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 149 | 105 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 125 | 163 |
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 |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Robertsganj Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Sikarwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shikarpur?
- The pincode of Shikarpur is 231216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikarpur is 437, with 230 males and 207 females.
- How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 34.10%. The male literacy rate is 45.65%, while the female literacy rate is 21.26%.