Shikrishnapur
Shikrishnapur is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 76.4km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Karanji is the gram panchayat of Shikrishnapur village.
Shikrishnapur 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 Shikrishnapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikrishnapur is 310444. The village spans a total geographical area of 245.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliagong is nearest town to Shikrishnapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Shikrishnapur
Below is a concise population overview of Shikrishnapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,786 | 886 | 900 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 105 | 115 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 157 | 158 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Literate Population | 1,226 | 642 | 584 |
Illiterate Population | 560 | 244 | 316 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikrishnapur village:
- The total population of Shikrishnapur village is around 1,786, including approximately 886 males and 900 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Shikrishnapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shikrishnapur village has 315 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shikrishnapur village is about 68.65%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 64.89%.
- There are around 396 households in Shikrishnapur village.
Connectivity of Shikrishnapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikrishnapur. As per the 2011 stats, Shikrishnapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shikrishnapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shikrishnapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikrishnapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikrishnapur
- Where is Shikrishnapur located?
- Shikrishnapur village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikrishnapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shikrishnapur is Karanji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shikrishnapur?
- The pincode of Shikrishnapur is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shikrishnapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikrishnapur is 1,786, with 886 males and 900 females.
- How many households are there in Shikrishnapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikrishnapur village has a total of 396 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikrishnapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikrishnapur is 68.65%. The male literacy rate is 72.46%, while the female literacy rate is 64.89%.