Shikuara
Shikuara is a village located in Nautan subdivision of Siwan district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Nautan (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Siwan. As per 2009 stats, Semaria is the gram panchayat of Shikuara village.
Shikuara has its own place in the vibrant Siwan 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 Shikuara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikuara is 231303. The village spans a total geographical area of 89 hectares. Siwan is nearest town to Shikuara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Shikuara
Population of Shikuara
Below is a concise population overview of Shikuara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,575 | 834 | 741 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 143 | 103 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 131 | 111 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
Literate Population | 1,013 | 572 | 441 |
Illiterate Population | 562 | 262 | 300 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikuara village:
- The total population of Shikuara village is around 1,575, including approximately 834 males and 741 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 246 children aged 0–6 years in Shikuara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shikuara village has 242 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 50 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shikuara village is about 64.32%, with male literacy at 68.59% and female literacy at 59.51%.
- There are around 234 households in Shikuara village.
Connectivity of Shikuara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikuara. As per the 2011 stats, Shikuara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shikuara
Knowing the nearby villages of Shikuara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikuara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikuara
- Where is Shikuara located?
- Shikuara village is situated in Nautan Subdivision, within the Siwan district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikuara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shikuara is Semaria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shikuara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikuara is 1,575, with 834 males and 741 females.
- How many households are there in Shikuara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikuara village has a total of 234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikuara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikuara is 64.32%. The male literacy rate is 68.59%, while the female literacy rate is 59.51%.