Village code 231303

Shikuara Village, Nautan Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Shikuara is a village in Nautan Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Siwan district, Bihar. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Shikuara village map in Bihar
Shikuara village map image for Nautan Block, Bihar.

Village Overview

Shikuara is a village in Nautan Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Siwan district, Bihar. For Shikuara, the population is 1,575 and Census village code is 231303. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Shikuara village
Village code231303
Population1,575
Households234
Area89 ha / 0.89 sq. km / 220 acres
Population density1,770 people per sq. km
Sex ratio888 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townSiwan (23 km)
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtSiwan
Census 2011 districtSiwan

Location and Administration

Shikuara comes under Semariya gram panchayat and Nautan C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Nautan Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Nautan at 5 km. The Census district headquarters, Siwan, is 23 km away.

Administrative details for Shikuara
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtSiwan
Census 2011 districtSiwan
State code10
District code218
Block / Census sub-district code1229
Gram panchayat code3
C.D. Block code217
Block panchayat code217

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Shikuara village and its household count.

Total population

1,575 residents in 234 households

Male population

834

Female population

741

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 242; Scheduled Tribes: 50

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Shikuara
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Shikuara
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyAvailable
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Shikuara
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterAvailable
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyNot available in village
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Shikuara
Net area sown68.40 hectares
Irrigated area47.40 hectares
Unirrigated area21 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area0.25 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area23.25 hectares
Non-agricultural area15.50 hectares
Main cropPaddy

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Shikuara
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bhairwa, more than 10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bhairwa, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Shikuara

Siwan (23 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Nautan is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Shikuara
Nearest major townSiwan (23 km)
Block headquartersNautan (5 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Shikuara. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Shikuara
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree1
Tap Water UntreatedAvailable
Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Public Call Office Mobile PCOAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Agricultural Credit SocietiesAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Shikuara village located?

Shikuara is located in Nautan Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Siwan.

Which Block is Shikuara in?

Shikuara is in Nautan Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Shikuara in?

District: Siwan.

What is the village code of Shikuara?

The Census village code of Shikuara is 231303.

What is the population of Shikuara?

Shikuara has 1,575 residents in 234 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Shikuara part of?

Shikuara comes under Semariya gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Shikuara?

The nearest statutory town to Shikuara is Siwan (23 km).

Which crops are grown in Shikuara?

The main crops reported for Shikuara are Paddy.

What land-use details are available for Shikuara?

Land-use details for Shikuara include net area sown: 68.40 hectares, irrigated area: 47.40 hectares, and unirrigated area: 21 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Shikuara?

Government primary school status for Shikuara is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Shikuara?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Shikuara?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Shikuara?

The total geographical area of Shikuara is 89 hectares.

How many households are in Shikuara?

Shikuara has 234 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Shikuara?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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