Shikarpur
About Shikarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shikarpur village is 320361. Shikarpur village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 70.37 hectares. Shikarpur has a total population of 283 peoples, out of which male population is 151 while female population is 132. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 874 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shikarpur village is 71.38% out of which 76.82% males and 65.15% females are literate. There are about 57 houses in shikarpur village. Pincode of shikarpur village locality is 713501.
When it comes to administration, Shikarpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shikarpur village comes under Monteswar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency. Memari is nearest town to shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Shikarpur
The population details of Shikarpur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 283 | 151 | 132 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 116 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 35 | 46 |
Connectivity of Shikarpur
| 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 |
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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%.