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.
Here you can discover what makes Shikara unique in its vibrant Chunar-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Shikara’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 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.
Google Map of Shikara
Population of Shikara
According to the 2011 Census, Shikara has a total population of about 410, with approximately 226 males and 184 females. The sex ratio is around 814 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 81 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 53 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 22.93%, with male literacy at about 26.99% and female literacy near 17.93%. There are around 82 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.