Shikandon

Shikandon is a village located in Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Kamrau. Kamrau is the sub-district headquarter of Shikandon village. As per 2009 stats, Korga is the gram panchayat of Shikandon village.

Shikandon has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur 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 Shikandon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikandon is 023396. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173022. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Shikandon village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Shikandon 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 Shillai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla 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 Shikandon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 374 197 177
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 30 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 175 98 77
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 194 108 86
Illiterate Population 180 89 91

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

  • The total population of Shikandon village is around 374, including approximately 197 males and 177 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Shikandon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikandon village has 175 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shikandon village is about 51.87%, with male literacy at 54.82% and female literacy at 48.59%.
  • There are around 53 households in Shikandon village.

Connectivity of Shikandon

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

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

Nearby Villages of Shikandon

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

Sakhauli Chamola Kyar Kathwar Chiyan Piplat Adhog Korga Bag Hawra Chandni Ambaun Jandniyan Sadiyar

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikandon

Where is Shikandon located?
Shikandon village is situated in Kamrau Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikandon?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikandon is Korga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shikandon?
The pincode of Shikandon is 173022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shikandon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikandon is 374, with 197 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Shikandon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikandon village has a total of 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikandon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikandon is 51.87%. The male literacy rate is 54.82%, while the female literacy rate is 48.59%.