Karikhera
Karikhera is a village located in Shikohabad tehsil of Firozabad district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Shikohabad (tehsildar office) and 374km away from district headquarter Firozabad. As per 2009 stats, Karikhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karikhera unique in its vibrant Shikohabad-Firozabad region. You’ll see Karikhera’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 Karikhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karikhera is 126098. The village spans a total geographical area of 362.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 205151. Firozabad is nearest town to Karikhera village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Karikhera
Population of Karikhera
According to the 2011 Census, Karikhera has a total population of about 2,856, with approximately 1,517 males and 1,339 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 477 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 659 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.34%, with male literacy at about 74.29% and female literacy near 55.19%. There are around 490 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karikhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,856 | 1,517 | 1,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 245 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 659 | 342 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,866 | 1,127 | 739 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 390 | 600 |
Connectivity of Karikhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karikhera. As per the 2011 stats, Karikhera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karikhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Karikhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karikhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karikhera
- Where is Karikhera located?
- Karikhera village is situated in Shikohabad Tehsil, within the Firozabad district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karikhera?
- Karikhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karikhera?
- The pincode of Karikhera is 205151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karikhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karikhera is 2,856, with 1,517 males and 1,339 females.
- How many households are there in Karikhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karikhera village has a total of 490 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karikhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karikhera is 65.34%. The male literacy rate is 74.29%, while the female literacy rate is 55.19%.