Shishila
Shishila is a village located in Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Beltangady (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Shishila village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Shishila unique in its vibrant Beltangadi-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Shishila’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shishila
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shishila is 617677. The village spans a total geographical area of 4942.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574198. Beltangady is nearest town to Shishila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Shishila
Population of Shishila
According to the 2011 Census, Shishila has a total population of about 2,090, with approximately 1,039 males and 1,051 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 189 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 282 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 415. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.55%, with male literacy at about 81.52% and female literacy near 69.65%. There are around 471 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shishila's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,090 | 1,039 | 1,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 104 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 129 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 204 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 1,579 | 847 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 192 | 319 |
Connectivity of Shishila
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shishila. As per the 2011 stats, Shishila had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shishila
Knowing the nearby villages of Shishila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shishila.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shishila
- Where is Shishila located?
- Shishila village is situated in Beltangadi Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shishila?
- Shishila serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shishila?
- The pincode of Shishila is 574198, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shishila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shishila is 2,090, with 1,039 males and 1,051 females.
- How many households are there in Shishila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shishila village has a total of 471 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shishila as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shishila is 75.55%. The male literacy rate is 81.52%, while the female literacy rate is 69.65%.