Shikara

Shikara is a village located in Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Chunar (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Ori is the gram panchayat of Shikara village.

Shikara has its own place in the vibrant Mirzapur 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 Shikara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikara is 212746. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231302. Chunar is nearest town to Shikara village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shikara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 410 226 184
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 46 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 53 28 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 94 61 33
Illiterate Population 316 165 151

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

  • The total population of Shikara village is around 410, including approximately 226 males and 184 females, with a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Shikara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikara village has 53 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shikara village is about 22.93%, with male literacy at 26.99% and female literacy at 17.93%.
  • There are around 82 households in Shikara village.

Connectivity of Shikara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikara. As per the 2011 stats, Shikara 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shikara

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

Keshavpur Jafarpura Partappur Araji Kanchanpur Sahjani Kalan Khurd Ghasraudi Sakraudi Chandertali Karji Hasauli Ori

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikara

Where is Shikara located?
Shikara village is situated in Chunar Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikara?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikara is Ori (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shikara?
The pincode of Shikara is 231302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shikara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikara is 410, with 226 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Shikara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikara village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikara is 22.93%. The male literacy rate is 26.99%, while the female literacy rate is 17.93%.