Shikarpur
Shikarpur is a village 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.
Shikarpur has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 308387. The village spans a total geographical area of 117.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736159. Tufanganj is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shikarpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tufanganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alipurduars Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shikarpur
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 | 2,265 | 1,145 | 1,120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 100 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 229 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,460 | 842 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 303 | 502 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikarpur village:
- The total population of Shikarpur village is around 2,265, including approximately 1,145 males and 1,120 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 209 children aged 0–6 years in Shikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shikarpur village has 460 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shikarpur village is about 64.46%, with male literacy at 73.54% and female literacy at 55.18%.
- There are around 567 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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 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%.