Shikarpur
About Shikarpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shikarpur village is 309382. Shikarpur village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 127.88 hectares. Shikarpur has a total population of 1,499 peoples, out of which male population is 784 while female population is 715. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 911 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shikarpur village is 51.30% out of which 59.95% males and 41.82% females are literate. There are about 291 houses in shikarpur village. Pincode of shikarpur village locality is 733201.
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 Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency. Raigunj is nearest town to shikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
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Population of Shikarpur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,499 | 784 | 715 |
| Children (0-6) | 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 |
Connectivity of Shikarpur
| 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 |
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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%.