Shika
Shika is a village located in Dhansura taluka of Sabar Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Modasa (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Himatnagar. As per 2009 stats, Vadagam is the gram panchayat of Shika village.
Here you can discover what makes Shika unique in its vibrant Dhansura-Sabar Kantha region. You’ll see Shika’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 Shika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shika is 510834. The village spans a total geographical area of 1898.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 383310. Modasa is nearest town to Shika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Shika
Population of Shika
According to the 2011 Census, Shika has a total population of about 4,310, with approximately 2,290 males and 2,020 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 551 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 346 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 26. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.05%, with male literacy at about 80.13% and female literacy near 56.49%. There are around 874 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shika's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,310 | 2,290 | 2,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 551 | 296 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 174 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,976 | 1,835 | 1,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 455 | 879 |
Connectivity of Shika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shika. As per the 2011 stats, Shika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shika
Knowing the nearby villages of Shika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shika
- Where is Shika located?
- Shika village is situated in Dhansura Taluka, within the Sabar Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shika?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shika is Vadagam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shika?
- The pincode of Shika is 383310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shika is 4,310, with 2,290 males and 2,020 females.
- How many households are there in Shika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shika village has a total of 874 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shika is 69.05%. The male literacy rate is 80.13%, while the female literacy rate is 56.49%.