Shikarpur
About Shikarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shikarpur village is 308387. Shikarpur village is located in Tufanganj I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.1km away from sub-district headquarter Tufanganj (tehsildar office) and 22.6km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Nakkatigachh is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 117.33 hectares. Shikarpur has a total population of 2,265 peoples, out of which male population is 1,145 while female population is 1,120. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 978 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shikarpur village is 64.46% out of which 73.54% males and 55.18% females are literate. There are about 567 houses in shikarpur village. Pincode of shikarpur village locality is 736159.
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 Tufanganj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Alipurduars Lok Sabha constituency. Tufanganj is nearest town to shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km 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 | 2,265 | 1,145 | 1,120 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 209 | 100 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 460 | 229 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,460 | 842 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 303 | 502 |
Connectivity of Shikarpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is situated in Tufanganj I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Nakkatigachh (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 736159, 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 2,265, with 1,145 males and 1,120 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 567 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 64.46%. The male literacy rate is 73.54%, while the female literacy rate is 55.18%.