Shikarpur
About Shikarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shikarpur village is 317198. Shikarpur village is located in Suri Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.1km away from sub-district headquarter Purandarpur. Suri is the district headquarter of Shikarpur village. As per 2009 stats, Banshanka is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 59.63 hectares. Shikarpur has a total population of 1,278 peoples, out of which male population is 668 while female population is 610. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 913 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shikarpur village is 54.62% out of which 60.93% males and 47.70% females are literate. There are about 277 houses in shikarpur village. Pincode of shikarpur village locality is 731121.
Suri is nearest town to shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km 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 | 1,278 | 668 | 610 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 175 | 91 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 523 | 274 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 172 | 87 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 407 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 261 | 319 |
Connectivity of Shikarpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Suri Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Banshanka (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 731121, 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 1,278, with 668 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 54.62%. The male literacy rate is 60.93%, while the female literacy rate is 47.70%.