Shisha - Dediapada, Narmada
Shisha is a village situated in the Dediapada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dediapada and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Samot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shisha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shisha is 521742. The village covers a total geographical area of 879.34 hectares and falls under the 393040 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Shisha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shisha
According to the 2011 Census, Shisha village had a total population of 1,455 people, including 724 males and 731 females, living in 276 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.75%, with male literacy at 53.14% and female literacy at 24.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,455.
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 | 1,455 | 724 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 182 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,455 | 724 | 731 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 288 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,033 | 436 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Shisha
Shisha 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 Shisha
Public transport in the Shisha is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dediapada to Shisha is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Shisha is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shisha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shisha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shisha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shisha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shisha
Where is Shisha located?
Shisha village is located in Dediapada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shisha?
The Gram Panchayat of Shisha is Samot.
What is the pincode of Shisha?
The pincode of Shisha is 393040.
What is the population of Shisha?
Shisha had a total population of 1,455, including 724 males and 731 females.
How many households are there in Shisha?
Shisha had 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shisha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shisha was 38.75%. Male literacy was 53.14% and female literacy was 24.50%.