Shikandon
About Shikandon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shikandon village is 023396. Shikandon village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 157.06 hectares. Shikandon has a total population of 374 peoples, out of which male population is 197 while female population is 177. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 898 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shikandon village is 51.87% out of which 54.82% males and 48.59% females are literate. There are about 53 houses in shikandon village. Pincode of shikandon village locality is 173022.
When it comes to administration, Shikandon 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, Shikandon village comes under Shillai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to shikandon village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shikandon
The population details of Shikandon 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 | 374 | 197 | 177 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 175 | 98 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 194 | 108 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 89 | 91 |
Connectivity of Shikandon
| 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 |
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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%.