Shikara
Shikara is a village located in Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhnadon (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Seoni. As per 2009 stats, Shikara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shikara unique in its vibrant Lakhnadon-Seoni region. You’ll see Shikara’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 Shikara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikara is 495745. The village spans a total geographical area of 741.7 hectares. Lakhnadon is nearest town to Shikara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Shikara
Population of Shikara
According to the 2011 Census, Shikara has a total population of about 1,390, with approximately 724 males and 666 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 151 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 603. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.87%, with male literacy at about 61.19% and female literacy near 41.74%. There are around 315 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,390 | 724 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 102 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 78 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 603 | 313 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 721 | 443 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 669 | 281 | 388 |
Connectivity of Shikara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikara. As per the 2011 stats, Shikara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shikara
Knowing the nearby villages of Shikara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikara
- Where is Shikara located?
- Shikara village is situated in Lakhnadon Tehsil, within the Seoni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikara?
- Shikara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Shikara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikara is 1,390, with 724 males and 666 females.
- How many households are there in Shikara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikara village has a total of 315 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikara is 51.87%. The male literacy rate is 61.19%, while the female literacy rate is 41.74%.