Shikarpur
About Shikarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shikarpur village is 306865. Shikarpur village is located in Rajganj subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.7km away from sub-district headquarter Rajganj (tehsildar office) and 25.4km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Sikarpur is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 3380.6 hectares. Shikarpur has a total population of 19,437 peoples, out of which male population is 9,969 while female population is 9,468. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shikarpur village is 60.50% out of which 66.07% males and 54.64% females are literate. There are about 4,336 houses in shikarpur village. Pincode of shikarpur village locality is 735133.
When it comes to administration, Shikarpur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shikarpur village comes under Rajganj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha constituency. Jalpaiguri is nearest town to shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km 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 | 19,437 | 9,969 | 9,468 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,295 | 1,204 | 1,091 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 9,972 | 5,148 | 4,824 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4,037 | 2,055 | 1,982 |
| Literate Population | 11,760 | 6,587 | 5,173 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,677 | 3,382 | 4,295 |
Connectivity of Shikarpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is situated in Rajganj Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Sikarpur (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 735133, 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 19,437, with 9,969 males and 9,468 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 4,336 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 60.50%. The male literacy rate is 66.07%, while the female literacy rate is 54.64%.