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.
Here you can discover what makes Shikarpur unique in its vibrant Roorkee-Hardwar 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 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.
Google Map of Shikarpur
Population of Shikarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shikarpur has a total population of about 1,620, with approximately 858 males and 762 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 627 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 59.88%, with male literacy at about 66.43% and female literacy near 52.49%. There are around 285 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 | 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 |
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.
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%.