Shikarpur
About Shikarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shikarpur village is 056592. Shikarpur village is located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Shikarpur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 243.11 hectares. Shikarpur has a total population of 1,620 peoples, out of which male population is 858 while female population is 762. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 888 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shikarpur village is 59.88% out of which 66.43% males and 52.49% females are literate. There are about 285 houses in shikarpur village. Pincode of shikarpur village locality is 247661.
When it comes to administration, Shikarpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shikarpur village comes under Khanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency. Landhaura is nearest town to shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Shikarpur
The population details of Shikarpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,620 | 858 | 762 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 264 | 144 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 627 | 339 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 970 | 570 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 288 | 362 |
Connectivity of Shikarpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, 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 pincode of Shikarpur?
The pincode of Shikarpur is 247661, 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 1,620, with 858 males and 762 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 59.88%. The male literacy rate is 66.43%, while the female literacy rate is 52.49%.