Shikawari
About Shikawari
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shikawari village is 015074. Shikawari village is located in Thunag tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Thunag. Thunag is the sub-district headquarter of Shikawari village. As per 2009 stats, Shikawari Srj is the gram panchayat of Shikawari village.
The total geographical area of village is 166.54 hectares. Shikawari has a total population of 790 peoples, out of which male population is 396 while female population is 394. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 994 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shikawari village is 77.72% out of which 84.85% males and 70.56% females are literate. There are about 159 houses in shikawari village. Pincode of shikawari village locality is 175054.
When it comes to administration, Shikawari village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Shikawari village comes under Seraj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Mandi is nearest town to shikawari village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shikawari
The population details of Shikawari cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 790 | 396 | 394 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 614 | 336 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 60 | 116 |
Connectivity of Shikawari
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shikawari
Where is Shikawari located?
Shikawari village is situated in Thunag Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikawari?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikawari is Shikawari Srj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shikawari?
The pincode of Shikawari is 175054, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shikawari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikawari is 790, with 396 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Shikawari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikawari village has a total of 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikawari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikawari is 77.72%. The male literacy rate is 84.85%, while the female literacy rate is 70.56%.