Shikhera

Shikhera is a village located in Mawana tehsil of Meerut district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mawana (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Meerut. As per 2009 stats, Shikhera village is also a gram panchayat.

Shikhera has its own place in the vibrant Meerut region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shikhera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikhera is 118893. The village spans a total geographical area of 370.86 hectares. Parichatgarh is nearest town to Shikhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Shikhera

Below is a concise population overview of Shikhera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,202 1,190 1,012
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 307 156 151
Scheduled Castes (SC) 592 322 270
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,428 906 522
Illiterate Population 774 284 490

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shikhera village:

  • The total population of Shikhera village is around 2,202, including approximately 1,190 males and 1,012 females, with a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 307 children aged 0–6 years in Shikhera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikhera village has 592 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shikhera village is about 64.85%, with male literacy at 76.13% and female literacy at 51.58%.
  • There are around 360 households in Shikhera village.

Connectivity of Shikhera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikhera. As per the 2011 stats, Shikhera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shikhera

Knowing the nearby villages of Shikhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikhera.

Seena Khaikhera Bahadurpur Rasulpur Goari Bhirwara Jaisinghpur Achikalan Poothi Saidipur Sadipur Urf Ramnagar Dhanpura Sona

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikhera

Where is Shikhera located?
Shikhera village is situated in Mawana Tehsil, within the Meerut district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikhera?
Shikhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shikhera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikhera is 2,202, with 1,190 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Shikhera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikhera village has a total of 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikhera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikhera is 64.85%. The male literacy rate is 76.13%, while the female literacy rate is 51.58%.