Shembhua - Peshrar, Lohardaga
Shembhua is a village situated in the Peshrar subdivision of Lohardaga district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peshrar and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Lohardaga. Siram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shembhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shembhua is 362919. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.62 hectares and falls under the 835302 pincode. Latehar is the nearest town.
Shembhua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lohardaga Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shembhua
As per Census 2011, Shembhua village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 182 males and 165 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shembhua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 182 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 129 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 107 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 75 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Shembhua
Shembhua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manchi | South | 1.10 km |
| Ichabar | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Kopiya | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Siram | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Parahiatola | West | 2.54 km |
| Murmu | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Sisi | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Rubed | East | 3.39 km |
| Manha | South | 3.47 km |
| Partu | South | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shembhua
Shembhua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Demu, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Lohardaga to Shembhua is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shembhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shembhua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shembhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shembhua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shembhua
Where is Shembhua located?
Shembhua village is located in Peshrar Subdivision, Lohardaga district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shembhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Shembhua is Siram.
What is the pincode of Shembhua?
The pincode of Shembhua is 835302.
What is the population of Shembhua?
Shembhua has a total population of 347, including 182 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Shembhua?
There are 67 households in Shembhua.
What is the literacy rate in Shembhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shembhua is 48.99%. Male literacy is 58.79% and female literacy is 38.18%.