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.
Here you can discover what makes Shikhera unique in its vibrant Mawana-Meerut region. You’ll see Shikhera’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 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.
Google Map of Shikhera
Population of Shikhera
According to the 2011 Census, Shikhera has a total population of about 2,202, with approximately 1,190 males and 1,012 females. The sex ratio is around 850 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 307 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 592 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 64.85%, with male literacy at about 76.13% and female literacy near 51.58%. There are around 360 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.