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.

Shikawar has its own place in the vibrant Sonbhadra 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 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.

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Population of Shikawar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Shikawar village is around 1,100, including approximately 594 males and 506 females, with a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Shikawar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shikawar village has 251 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shikawar village is about 53.73%, with male literacy at 63.80% and female literacy at 41.90%.
  • There are around 197 households in Shikawar village.

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.

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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%.