Shikarpur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Shikarpur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 84.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Maligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shikarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikarpur is 310552. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.3 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliyaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shikarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shikarpur
As per Census 2011, Shikarpur village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 229 males and 211 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shikarpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahabullapur | West | 1.03 km |
| Katalhat | East | 1.04 km |
| Lohaganja | North | 1.05 km |
| Ramkrishnapur | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Badbighor | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Gangajit | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Panchanagar | North | 1.97 km |
| Randanga | North | 2.24 km |
| Maligaon | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Zafarpur | South-East | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shikarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Shikarpur. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliyaganj 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 84.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Maligaon.
What is the pincode of Shikarpur?
The pincode of Shikarpur is 733132.
What is the population of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur has a total population of 440, including 229 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur?
There are 110 households in Shikarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikarpur is 48.64%. Male literacy is 53.71% and female literacy is 43.13%.