Shikaru

Shikaru is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Karada is the gram panchayat of Shikaru village.

Shikaru has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi 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 Shikaru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikaru is 040158. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Shikaru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Shikaru

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 196 107 89
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 26 16 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 124 73 51
Illiterate Population 72 34 38

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

  • The total population of Shikaru village is around 196, including approximately 107 males and 89 females, with a sex ratio of 831 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Shikaru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shikaru village is about 63.27%, with male literacy at 68.22% and female literacy at 57.30%.
  • There are around 31 households in Shikaru village.

Connectivity of Shikaru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikaru. As per the 2011 stats, Shikaru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shikaru

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

Kufara Dukra Rateri Mairiyara Dhakaraa Karara Darmara Chaptari Khalari Netri Pujeli

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikaru

Where is Shikaru located?
Shikaru village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikaru is Karada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shikaru?
The pincode of Shikaru is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shikaru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikaru is 196, with 107 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Shikaru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikaru village has a total of 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikaru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikaru is 63.27%. The male literacy rate is 68.22%, while the female literacy rate is 57.30%.