Khedi Shikohpur - Bhagwanpur, Haridwar
Khedi Shikohpur is a village situated in the Bhagwanpur tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Roorkee and around 52 km from Hardwar. Khedi Shikohpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedi Shikohpur is 056341. The village covers a total geographical area of 1698.1 hectares and falls under the 249401 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khedi Shikohpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jwalapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedi Shikohpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khedi Shikohpur village had a total population of 10,290 people, including 5,402 males and 4,888 females, living in 1,679 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.12%, with male literacy at 70.51% and female literacy at 50.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,403, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 821.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Khedi Shikohpur
Khedi Shikohpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khedi Shikohpur
Public transport in the Khedi Shikohpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Khedi Shikohpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Khedi Shikohpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedi Shikohpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedi Shikohpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khedi Shikohpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedi Shikohpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khedi Shikohpur
Where is Khedi Shikohpur located?
Khedi Shikohpur village is located in Bhagwanpur Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khedi Shikohpur?
Khedi Shikohpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khedi Shikohpur?
The pincode of Khedi Shikohpur is 249401.
What is the population of Khedi Shikohpur?
Khedi Shikohpur had a total population of 10,290, including 5,402 males and 4,888 females.
How many households are there in Khedi Shikohpur?
Khedi Shikohpur had 1,679 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khedi Shikohpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedi Shikohpur was 61.12%. Male literacy was 70.51% and female literacy was 50.79%.