Khedi Shikohpur
Khedi Shikohpur is a village located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Khedi Shikohpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khedi Shikohpur unique in its vibrant Roorkee-Hardwar region. You’ll see Khedi Shikohpur’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 Khedi Shikohpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khedi Shikohpur is 056341. The village spans a total geographical area of 1698.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247662. Roorkee is nearest town to Khedi Shikohpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khedi Shikohpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jwalapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khedi Shikohpur
Population of Khedi Shikohpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khedi Shikohpur has a total population of about 10,290, with approximately 5,402 males and 4,888 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,704 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,403 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 821. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.00%, with male literacy at about 58.70% and female literacy near 42.49%. There are around 1,679 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khedi Shikohpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,290 | 5,402 | 4,888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,704 | 905 | 799 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,403 | 1,294 | 1,109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 821 | 425 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 5,248 | 3,171 | 2,077 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,042 | 2,231 | 2,811 |
Connectivity of Khedi Shikohpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khedi Shikohpur. As per the 2011 stats, Khedi Shikohpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khedi Shikohpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Khedi Shikohpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khedi Shikohpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khedi Shikohpur
- Where is Khedi Shikohpur located?
- Khedi Shikohpur village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khedi Shikohpur?
- Khedi Shikohpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khedi Shikohpur?
- The pincode of Khedi Shikohpur is 247662, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khedi Shikohpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khedi Shikohpur is 10,290, with 5,402 males and 4,888 females.
- How many households are there in Khedi Shikohpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khedi Shikohpur village has a total of 1,679 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khedi Shikohpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khedi Shikohpur is 51.00%. The male literacy rate is 58.70%, while the female literacy rate is 42.49%.