Shikaruganji - Dattirajeru, Vizianagaram
Shikaruganji is a village situated in the Dattirajeru mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dattirajeru and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Ramachandrapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shikaruganji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikaruganji is 582649. The village covers a total geographical area of 2238 hectares and falls under the 535102 pincode. Salur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Shikaruganji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shikaruganji
According to the 2011 Census, Shikaruganji village had a total population of 2,883 people, including 1,423 males and 1,460 females, living in 781 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.59%, with male literacy at 63.18% and female literacy at 40.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 203, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shikaruganji
Shikaruganji is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Neelakanta Rajapuram | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Pappala Lingalavalasa | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Lingarajapuram | South-East | 2.34 km |
| S.chintalavalasa | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Krishnapuram | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Cherakupalle | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Datti | South | 3.41 km |
| Bhojarajupuram | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Pachalavalasa | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Koduru | North | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shikaruganji
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shikaruganji. The nearest railway station is Donkinavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Salur to Shikaruganji is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Shikaruganji is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shikaruganji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikaruganji 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shikaruganji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikaruganji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shikaruganji
Where is Shikaruganji located?
Shikaruganji village is located in Dattirajeru Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikaruganji?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikaruganji is Ramachandrapuram.
What is the pincode of Shikaruganji?
The pincode of Shikaruganji is 535102.
What is the population of Shikaruganji?
Shikaruganji had a total population of 2,883, including 1,423 males and 1,460 females.
How many households are there in Shikaruganji?
Shikaruganji had 781 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikaruganji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikaruganji was 51.59%. Male literacy was 63.18% and female literacy was 40.54%.