Shikarpur

Shikarpur is a village located in Memari Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.1km away from sub-district headquarter Memari. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Shikarpur village. As per 2009 stats, Bohar I is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.

Shikarpur 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 Shikarpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikarpur is 320361. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713501. Memari is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km 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 Monteswar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bardhaman - Durgapur 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 283 151 132
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 21 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 3 4
Literate Population 202 116 86
Illiterate Population 81 35 46

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

  • The total population of Shikarpur village is around 283, including approximately 151 males and 132 females, with a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Shikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikarpur village has 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shikarpur village is about 71.38%, with male literacy at 76.82% and female literacy at 65.15%.
  • There are around 57 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 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.

Farakpur Bishnupur Mahishanga Mahishpur Rukashpur Bitra Sahazadpur Siddharia Makra Bohar Moshra

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur

Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is situated in Memari Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Bohar I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shikarpur?
The pincode of Shikarpur is 713501, 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 283, with 151 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 71.38%. The male literacy rate is 76.82%, while the female literacy rate is 65.15%.