Shikaripur is an important town in
Shimoga District of {Karnataka.} The town serves as the headquarters of the Shikaripur taluk and is about 60 km north of
Shimoga.
Belgami, situated 21 km from here, is an important seat of learning and a hub of cultural activities. Areca nut, sugarcane and paddy are the major cultivation of this area. Maize is also an important cultivation. Anjanapur dam, one of the major dams, is a nearby attraction.
Hubli Airport and Shimoga Town Railway Station are the nearest access points. State Highway 48 has its route through Shikaripur.
