 Bateshwar, a famous Hindu pilgrimage centre dedicated to Shiva, and also a famous Jain Tirth on the banks of River Yamuna, is situated 22 kilometres south of Shikohabad.Shikohabad is the center of education and is well connected by all nearby towns with good roads.Shikohabad also has a good education system and it is known for its art and it was a main junction city of Uttar Pradesh.