Shikarpur

Shikarpur is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.1km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Shikarpur village. As per 2009 stats, Dalkhola I is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur village.

Shikarpur has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 309382. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733201. Raigunj is nearest town to Shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km 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 Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,499 784 715
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 240 125 115
Scheduled Castes (SC) 705 372 333
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 284 152 132
Literate Population 769 470 299
Illiterate Population 730 314 416

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

  • The total population of Shikarpur village is around 1,499, including approximately 784 males and 715 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 240 children aged 0–6 years in Shikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikarpur village has 705 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 284 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shikarpur village is about 51.30%, with male literacy at 59.95% and female literacy at 41.82%.
  • There are around 291 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 <5 km distance
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.

Jayrampur Purba Matiari Hemenpur Dubelbabhania Dewanjagir Purba Goalgaon Paschim Goalgaon Chengatoli Bhagabanpur Shitalpur Paschim Mahespur

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikarpur

Where is Shikarpur located?
Shikarpur village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikarpur is Dalkhola I (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 733201, 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 1,499, with 784 males and 715 females.
How many households are there in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikarpur village has a total of 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikarpur is 51.30%. The male literacy rate is 59.95%, while the female literacy rate is 41.82%.