Shikawar
Shikawar is a village located in Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. Sonbhadra and Robertsganj are the district & sub-district headquarters of Shikawar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sikarwar is the gram panchayat of Shikawar village.
Here you can discover what makes Shikawar unique in its vibrant Robertsganj-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Shikawar’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 Shikawar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikawar is 213901. The village spans a total geographical area of 431.32 hectares. Robertsganj is nearest town to Shikawar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Shikawar
Population of Shikawar
According to the 2011 Census, Shikawar has a total population of about 1,100, with approximately 594 males and 506 females. The sex ratio is around 851 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 251 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 41. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.73%, with male literacy at about 63.80% and female literacy near 41.90%. There are around 197 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikawar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,100 | 594 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 94 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 133 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 379 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 215 | 294 |
Connectivity of Shikawar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikawar. As per the 2011 stats, Shikawar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Shikawar
Knowing the nearby villages of Shikawar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikawar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shikawar
- Where is Shikawar located?
- Shikawar village is situated in Robertsganj Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shikawar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shikawar is Sikarwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shikawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikawar is 1,100, with 594 males and 506 females.
- How many households are there in Shikawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shikawar village has a total of 197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shikawar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikawar is 53.73%. The male literacy rate is 63.80%, while the female literacy rate is 41.90%.