Shikarpur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Shikarpur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jahangirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shikarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikarpur is 310668. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.28 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shikarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village had a total population of 285 people, including 140 males and 145 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.65%, with male literacy at 85.59% and female literacy at 83.74%.
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 | 285 | 140 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 101 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 39 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Shikarpur
Shikarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyampur | West | 0.52 km |
| Tilchhara | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Sekhmina | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Chakrapanipur | West | 1.16 km |
| Nitpur Prasadpur | East | 1.21 km |
| Enayatpur | North | 1.43 km |
| Damina | South | 1.46 km |
| Minapara | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Kunail | East | 1.86 km |
| Fayezpur | North-West | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shikarpur
Shikarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Shikarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Shikarpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shikarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shikarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikarpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Jahangirpur.
What is the pincode of Shikarpur?
The pincode of Shikarpur is 733124.
What is the population of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur had a total population of 285, including 140 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur?
Shikarpur had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikarpur was 84.65%. Male literacy was 85.59% and female literacy was 83.74%.