Shikaruganji
Shikaruganji is a village located in Dattirajeru mandal of Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dattirajeru (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Vizianagaram. As per 2009 stats, Shikaruganji village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shikaruganji unique in its vibrant Dattirajeru-Vizianagaram region. You’ll see Shikaruganji’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shikaruganji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikaruganji is 582649. The village spans a total geographical area of 2238 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 535570. Salur is nearest town to Shikaruganji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Shikaruganji
Population of Shikaruganji
According to the 2011 Census, Shikaruganji has a total population of about 2,883, with approximately 1,423 males and 1,460 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 203 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 43. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.58%, with male literacy at about 56.43% and female literacy near 36.99%. There are around 781 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikaruganji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,883 | 1,423 | 1,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 152 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 99 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,343 | 803 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,540 | 620 | 920 |
Connectivity of Shikaruganji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikaruganji. As per the 2011 stats, Shikaruganji had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shikaruganji
Knowing the nearby villages of Shikaruganji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikaruganji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikaruganji
- Where is Shikaruganji located?
- Shikaruganji village is situated in Dattirajeru Mandal, within the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikaruganji?
- Shikaruganji serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shikaruganji?
- The pincode of Shikaruganji is 535570, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shikaruganji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikaruganji is 2,883, with 1,423 males and 1,460 females.
- How many households are there in Shikaruganji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikaruganji village has a total of 781 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikaruganji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikaruganji is 46.58%. The male literacy rate is 56.43%, while the female literacy rate is 36.99%.