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.
Here you can discover what makes Shikaritola unique in its vibrant Dondi Luhara-Durg region. You’ll see Shikaritola’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 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.
Google Map of Shikaritola
Population of Shikaritola
According to the 2011 Census, Shikaritola has a total population of about 690, with approximately 349 males and 341 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.30%, with male literacy at about 81.09% and female literacy near 61.29%. There are around 153 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikaritola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.