Shikato Village Overview
Shikato is a village in Dhansiripar tehsil of Dimapur district, Nagaland. It lies about 12 km from Dhansiripar tehsil headquarters and around 40 km from Dimapur district headquarters.
The sections below provide essential information about Shikato village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikato is 267755. Dimapur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Location Map of Shikato
Population & Demographics of Shikato
This section provides population and demographic details of Shikato village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 80 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 80 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 64 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 16 | 19 |
Key population details of Shikato village are given below:
- Shikato village is a very small village with a total population of around 139, including approximately 80 males and 59 females, with a sex ratio of 737 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 138 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Shikato village is good, with a literacy rate of about 74.82%.
- There are around 29 households in Shikato village.
Transport & Connectivity of Shikato
Transport facilities help residents of Shikato village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Shikato
The following villages are located close to Shikato and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikato
- Where is Shikato located?
- Shikato village is located in Dhansiripar Circle, Dimapur district, Nagaland, India.
- What is the population of Shikato?
- Shikato has a total population of 139, including 80 males and 59 females.
- How many households are there in Shikato?
- There are 29 households in Shikato.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikato?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikato is 74.82%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 67.80%.