Shikar Garh
Shikar Garh is a village located in Pharenda tehsil of Mahrajganj district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Pharenda (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Mahrajganj. As per 2009 stats, Shikargara is the gram panchayat of Shikar Garh village.
Here you can discover what makes Shikar Garh unique in its vibrant Pharenda-Mahrajganj region. You’ll see Shikar Garh’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 Shikar Garh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikar Garh is 184171. The village spans a total geographical area of 250.81 hectares. Mahrajganj is nearest town to Shikar Garh village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shikar Garh
Population of Shikar Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Shikar Garh has a total population of about 2,617, with approximately 1,336 males and 1,281 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 462 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 580 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 56.71%, with male literacy at about 68.11% and female literacy near 44.81%. There are around 464 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikar Garh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,617 | 1,336 | 1,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 251 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 305 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,484 | 910 | 574 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,133 | 426 | 707 |
Connectivity of Shikar Garh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikar Garh. As per the 2011 stats, Shikar Garh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shikar Garh
Knowing the nearby villages of Shikar Garh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikar Garh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikar Garh
- Where is Shikar Garh located?
- Shikar Garh village is situated in Pharenda Tehsil, within the Mahrajganj district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikar Garh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shikar Garh is Shikargara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shikar Garh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikar Garh is 2,617, with 1,336 males and 1,281 females.
- How many households are there in Shikar Garh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikar Garh village has a total of 464 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikar Garh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikar Garh is 56.71%. The male literacy rate is 68.11%, while the female literacy rate is 44.81%.