Shikaru - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Shikaru is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Karada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shikaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikaru is 040158. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.65 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Shikaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikaru
According to the 2011 Census, Shikaru village had a total population of 196 people, including 107 males and 89 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.94%, with male literacy at 80.22% and female literacy at 64.56%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 107 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 73 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 34 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Shikaru
Shikaru is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shikaru
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shikaru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Shikaru is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Shikaru is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shikaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikaru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shikaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikaru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shikaru
Where is Shikaru located?
Shikaru village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikaru is Karada.
What is the pincode of Shikaru?
The pincode of Shikaru is 249185.
What is the population of Shikaru?
Shikaru had a total population of 196, including 107 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Shikaru?
Shikaru had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikaru was 72.94%. Male literacy was 80.22% and female literacy was 64.56%.