Shihu

Shihu is a village located in Pen tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Pen (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Shihu village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shihu unique in its vibrant Pen-Raigarh region. You’ll see Shihu’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 Shihu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shihu is 553985. The village spans a total geographical area of 1429.78 hectares. Pen is nearest town to Shihu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Shihu

According to the 2011 Census, Shihu has a total population of about 3,820, with approximately 1,941 males and 1,879 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 442 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 816. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.99%, with male literacy at about 75.58% and female literacy near 58.12%. There are around 875 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shihu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,820 1,941 1,879
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 442 234 208
Scheduled Castes (SC) 10 6 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 816 425 391
Literate Population 2,559 1,467 1,092
Illiterate Population 1,261 474 787

Connectivity of Shihu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shihu. As per the 2011 stats, Shihu 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shihu

Knowing the nearby villages of Shihu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shihu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shihu

Where is Shihu located?
Shihu village is situated in Pen Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shihu?
Shihu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Shihu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shihu is 3,820, with 1,941 males and 1,879 females.
How many households are there in Shihu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shihu village has a total of 875 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shihu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shihu is 66.99%. The male literacy rate is 75.58%, while the female literacy rate is 58.12%.