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.

Shikara has its own place in the vibrant Seoni 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 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.

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Population of Shikara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Shikara village is around 1,390, including approximately 724 males and 666 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 190 children aged 0–6 years in Shikara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikara village has 151 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 603 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shikara village is about 51.87%, with male literacy at 61.19% and female literacy at 41.74%.
  • There are around 315 households in Shikara village.

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.

Mandai Mekhdon Ryt Karanpur Mekhdon Mal Pahadi Sajpani Pandupura Sirolipar Madh Deori Kapargarh Patha Deori Mal

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%.