Shikartor

Shikartor is a village located in Bhatar subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.3km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatar. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Shikartor village. As per 2009 stats, Bolgona is the gram panchayat of Shikartor village.

Shikartor has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Shikartor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikartor is 319833. The village spans a total geographical area of 189.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713125. Burdwan is nearest town to Shikartor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.

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Population of Shikartor

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,217 1,162 1,055
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 223 125 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) 359 189 170
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,497 827 670
Illiterate Population 720 335 385

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

  • The total population of Shikartor village is around 2,217, including approximately 1,162 males and 1,055 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 223 children aged 0–6 years in Shikartor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikartor village has 359 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shikartor village is about 67.52%, with male literacy at 71.17% and female literacy at 63.51%.
  • There are around 491 households in Shikartor village.

Connectivity of Shikartor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikartor. As per the 2011 stats, Shikartor 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shikartor

Knowing the nearby villages of Shikartor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikartor.

Nityanandapur Santoshpur Kalapahari Bhairabpur Pashala Haripur Tulsidanga Purbba Ramchandrapur Kanpurhat Bhatakul Mukundapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikartor

Where is Shikartor located?
Shikartor village is situated in Bhatar Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikartor?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikartor is Bolgona (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shikartor?
The pincode of Shikartor is 713125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shikartor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikartor is 2,217, with 1,162 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Shikartor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikartor village has a total of 491 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikartor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikartor is 67.52%. The male literacy rate is 71.17%, while the female literacy rate is 63.51%.