Shikharpari

Shikharpari is a village located in Kharagpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shikharpari village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Khelarh is the gram panchayat of Shikharpari village.

Shikharpari has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Shikharpari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikharpari is 341698. The village spans a total geographical area of 115.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721306. Kharagpur is nearest town to Shikharpari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Shikharpari

Below is a concise population overview of Shikharpari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 650 330 320
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 48 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) 35 18 17
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 541 275 266
Literate Population 403 228 175
Illiterate Population 247 102 145

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikharpari village:

  • The total population of Shikharpari village is around 650, including approximately 330 males and 320 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Shikharpari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikharpari village has 35 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 541 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shikharpari village is about 62.00%, with male literacy at 69.09% and female literacy at 54.69%.
  • There are around 147 households in Shikharpari village.

Connectivity of Shikharpari

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikharpari. As per the 2011 stats, Shikharpari 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shikharpari

Knowing the nearby villages of Shikharpari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikharpari.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikharpari

Where is Shikharpari located?
Shikharpari village is situated in Kharagpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikharpari?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikharpari is Khelarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shikharpari?
The pincode of Shikharpari is 721306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shikharpari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikharpari is 650, with 330 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Shikharpari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikharpari village has a total of 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikharpari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikharpari is 62.00%. The male literacy rate is 69.09%, while the female literacy rate is 54.69%.