Shikarpur

Shikarpur is a village 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.

Shikarpur has its own place in the vibrant Hardwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shikarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikarpur is 056592. The village spans a total geographical area of 243.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247661. Landhaura is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shikarpur 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 Khanpur 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.

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Population of Shikarpur

Below is a concise population overview of Shikarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,620 858 762
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 264 144 120
Scheduled Castes (SC) 627 339 288
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 970 570 400
Illiterate Population 650 288 362

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikarpur village:

  • The total population of Shikarpur village is around 1,620, including approximately 858 males and 762 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Shikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikarpur village has 627 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shikarpur village is about 59.88%, with male literacy at 66.43% and female literacy at 52.49%.
  • There are around 285 households in Shikarpur village.

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 village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Barampur Shimlauni Makhayali Dundi Peerpura Bhagwanpur Chandanpur Hazzarpur Khempur Thathaula Rajpur Mustafabad Urf Gadharon Jainpur Jhanjheri

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%.