Shikaritola

Shikaritola is a village located in Dondi Luhara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Dondiluhara (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Bhurkabhat is the gram panchayat of Shikaritola village.

Shikaritola has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 Shikaritola

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikaritola is 443017. The village spans a total geographical area of 265.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491771. Arjunda is nearest town to Shikaritola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shikaritola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gunderdehi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shikaritola

Below is a concise population overview of Shikaritola as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 690 349 341
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 31 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 81 41 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 5 2
Literate Population 492 283 209
Illiterate Population 198 66 132

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikaritola village:

  • The total population of Shikaritola village is around 690, including approximately 349 males and 341 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Shikaritola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikaritola village has 81 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shikaritola village is about 71.30%, with male literacy at 81.09% and female literacy at 61.29%.
  • There are around 153 households in Shikaritola village.

Connectivity of Shikaritola

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikaritola. As per the 2011 stats, Shikaritola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shikaritola

Knowing the nearby villages of Shikaritola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikaritola.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikaritola

Where is Shikaritola located?
Shikaritola village is situated in Dondi Luhara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikaritola?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikaritola is Bhurkabhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shikaritola?
The pincode of Shikaritola is 491771, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shikaritola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikaritola is 690, with 349 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Shikaritola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikaritola village has a total of 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikaritola as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikaritola is 71.30%. The male literacy rate is 81.09%, while the female literacy rate is 61.29%.