Shiker
Shiker is a village located in Valod taluka of Tapi district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Valod (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Vyara. As per 2009 stats, Shiker village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shiker unique in its vibrant Valod-Tapi region. You’ll see Shiker’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 Shiker
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shiker is 524877. The village spans a total geographical area of 709.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394630. Vyara is nearest town to Shiker village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Shiker
Population of Shiker
According to the 2011 Census, Shiker has a total population of about 2,623, with approximately 1,324 males and 1,299 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 308 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,249. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.49%, with male literacy at about 56.57% and female literacy near 50.35%. There are around 618 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shiker's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,623 | 1,324 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 163 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,249 | 1,132 | 1,117 |
| Literate Population | 1,403 | 749 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,220 | 575 | 645 |
Connectivity of Shiker
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shiker. As per the 2011 stats, Shiker 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 Shiker
Knowing the nearby villages of Shiker helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shiker.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shiker
- Where is Shiker located?
- Shiker village is situated in Valod Taluka, within the Tapi district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shiker?
- Shiker serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shiker?
- The pincode of Shiker is 394630, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shiker as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shiker is 2,623, with 1,324 males and 1,299 females.
- How many households are there in Shiker as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shiker village has a total of 618 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shiker as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shiker is 53.49%. The male literacy rate is 56.57%, while the female literacy rate is 50.35%.