Shikaria - Naugawan Sadat, Amroha
Shikaria is a village situated in the Naugawan Sadat tehsil of Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Amroha and around 22 km from Jyotiba Phule Nagar. Shikarya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shikaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikaria is 117787. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.95 hectares and falls under the 244221 pincode. Amroha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shikaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naugawan sadat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amroha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikaria
According to the 2011 Census, Shikaria village had a total population of 958 people, including 493 males and 465 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.86%, with male literacy at 63.55% and female literacy at 54.00%.
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 | 958 | 493 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 272 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 221 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Shikaria
Shikaria 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 Shikaria
Shikaria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amroha to Shikaria is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jyotiba Phule Nagar to Shikaria is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shikaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shikaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shikaria
Where is Shikaria located?
Shikaria village is located in Naugawan Sadat Tehsil, Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikaria is Shikarya.
What is the pincode of Shikaria?
The pincode of Shikaria is 244221.
What is the population of Shikaria?
Shikaria had a total population of 958, including 493 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Shikaria?
Shikaria had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikaria was 58.86%. Male literacy was 63.55% and female literacy was 54.00%.