Shikarpur
Shikarpur is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.3km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 84.9km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Maligaon is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.
Shikarpur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 310552. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Kaliyaganj is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 229 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 194 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 123 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 106 | 120 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikarpur village:
- The total population of Shikarpur village is around 440, including approximately 229 males and 211 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Shikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shikarpur village has 368 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shikarpur village is about 48.64%, with male literacy at 53.71% and female literacy at 43.13%.
- There are around 110 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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur
- Where is Shikarpur located?
- Shikarpur village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Maligaon (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 733124, 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 440, with 229 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 48.64%. The male literacy rate is 53.71%, while the female literacy rate is 43.13%.