Sikar district, Administrative district in Rajasthan, India.
Sikar district spreads across northern Rajasthan and contains more than a thousand villages organized within six administrative subdivisions. The region is home to millions of residents living in varied rural and urban settings.
The region was established in 1687 when Rao Daulat Singh founded Thikana Sikar as part of the Shekhawati region. This foundation shaped the administrative structure that continues to define the area today.
Khatu Shyam and Harshnath temples serve as spiritual centers where devotion shapes daily rhythms and social gatherings. Local people speak Hindi and Rajasthani, languages that carry the region's identity through generations.
The district has a university and schools serving the local population across its administrative divisions. Visitors can reach temples and villages by traveling through the road network that connects the different areas.
The region experiences extreme temperatures, from cold winters to very hot summers, which shape daily life and farming practices. These climate patterns have influenced how buildings are designed and how people adapt their routines.
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