[3] Shikarpur, the seat of civilisation, culture, trade and commerce acquired political and economic importance because of its strategic location on the map of Sindh, being directly accessible to those who came from Central and West Asia through the Bolan Pass.

In the early 17th century this emerald city in the northern Sindh province of Pakistan became the nucleus of a historical trade center on a caravan route through the Bolan Pass into Afghanistan.

[4] Like many urban areas in Sindh, the city of Shikarpur was predominantly populated by Hindus prior to the partition of India.

During the last few years, creeping development activity has taken place and 71.0 kilometers of road, 94 schools and a number of schemes in drainage, health and other sectors have been completed, under various programs.

Located in the center of the old city, Dhak Bazaar or covered market is a long, narrow street with shops on either sides.

Notable educational institutes located in Shikarpur include Shaikh Ayaz University and Chellaram and Seetaldas College.