Shikaritola
Shikaritola is a village located in Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Korchi (tehsildar office) and 126km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Kotra is the gram panchayat of Shikaritola village.
Here you can discover what makes Shikaritola unique in its vibrant Korchi-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Shikaritola’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 Shikaritola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikaritola is 538740. The village spans a total geographical area of 308.19 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Shikaritola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.
Google Map of Shikaritola
Population of Shikaritola
According to the 2011 Census, Shikaritola has a total population of about 199, with approximately 98 males and 101 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 195. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.31%, with male literacy at about 69.39% and female literacy near 53.47%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikaritola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 199 | 98 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 96 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 30 | 47 |
Connectivity of Shikaritola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikaritola. As per the 2011 stats, Shikaritola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shikaritola
Knowing the nearby villages of Shikaritola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikaritola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikaritola
- Where is Shikaritola located?
- Shikaritola village is situated in Korchi Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikaritola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shikaritola is Kotra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shikaritola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikaritola is 199, with 98 males and 101 females.
- How many households are there in Shikaritola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikaritola village has a total of 33 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikaritola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikaritola is 61.31%. The male literacy rate is 69.39%, while the female literacy rate is 53.47%.