Shikarpur - Contai - I, Purba Medinipur
Shikarpur is a village situated in the Contai - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Sabajput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shikarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikarpur is 346156. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.08 hectares and falls under the 721403 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shikarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shikarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village had a total population of 214 people, including 113 males and 101 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.24%, with male literacy at 98.97% and female literacy at 91.30%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 96 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 17 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Shikarpur
Shikarpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shikarpur
Shikarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Shikarpur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shikarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shikarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shikarpur
Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is located in Contai - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Sabajput.
What is the pincode of Shikarpur?
The pincode of Shikarpur is 721403.
What is the population of Shikarpur?
Shikarpur had a total population of 214, including 113 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur?
Shikarpur had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikarpur was 95.24%. Male literacy was 98.97% and female literacy was 91.30%.