Shishak - Kotda Sangani, Rajkot
Shishak is a village situated in the Kotda Sangani taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotda Sangani and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Shishak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shishak is 513089. The village covers a total geographical area of 935.51 hectares and falls under the 360330 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shishak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shishak
As per Census 2011, Shishak village has a total population of 1,367 people, consisting of 685 males and 682 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 892 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shishak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,367 | 685 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 79 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 892 | 494 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 191 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Shishak
Shishak 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 Shishak
Shishak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Gondal to Shishak is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Shishak is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shishak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shishak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shishak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shishak 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 Shishak
Where is Shishak located?
Shishak village is located in Kotda Sangani Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shishak?
Shishak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shishak?
The pincode of Shishak is 360330.
What is the population of Shishak?
Shishak has a total population of 1,367, including 685 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Shishak?
There are 288 households in Shishak.
What is the literacy rate in Shishak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shishak is 65.25%. Male literacy is 72.12% and female literacy is 58.36%.