Shikara
About Shikara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shikara village is 545461. Shikara village is located in Mukhed tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Mukhed (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Shikara village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 880.73 hectares. Shikara has a total population of 2,868 peoples, out of which male population is 1,454 while female population is 1,414. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 972 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shikara village is 60.88% out of which 70.56% males and 50.92% females are literate. There are about 615 houses in shikara village.
When it comes to administration, Shikara 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, Shikara village comes under Mukhed Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nanded Lok Sabha constituency. Mukhed is nearest town to shikara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Shikara
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,868 | 1,454 | 1,414 |
| Literate Population | 1,746 | 1,026 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,122 | 428 | 694 |
Connectivity of Shikara
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shikara
Where is Shikara located?
Shikara village is situated in Mukhed Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, 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 2,868, with 1,454 males and 1,414 females.
How many households are there in Shikara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikara village has a total of 615 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikara is 60.88%. The male literacy rate is 70.56%, while the female literacy rate is 50.92%.