Shikraura - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Shikraura is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Shankarpur Tappa Haveli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shikraura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikraura is 167651. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.16 hectares and falls under the 224137 pincode. Atrauli is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Shikraura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikraura
According to the 2011 Census, Shikraura village had a total population of 557 people, including 283 males and 274 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.40%, with male literacy at 76.49% and female literacy at 61.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 214.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 557 | 283 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 105 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 192 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 91 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Shikraura
Shikraura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shikraura
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Shikraura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atrauli to Shikraura is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Shikraura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shikraura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikraura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shikraura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikraura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shikraura
Where is Shikraura located?
Shikraura village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikraura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikraura is Shankarpur Tappa Haveli.
What is the pincode of Shikraura?
The pincode of Shikraura is 224137.
What is the population of Shikraura?
Shikraura had a total population of 557, including 283 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Shikraura?
Shikraura had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikraura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikraura was 69.40%. Male literacy was 76.49% and female literacy was 61.86%.