Shishawa - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Shishawa is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. Shishawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shishawa is 214174. The village covers a total geographical area of 662.68 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Shishawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shishawa
As per Census 2011, Shishawa village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 236 males and 215 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 427 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shishawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 236 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 224 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 135 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 101 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Shishawa
Shishawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhapar | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Patkhirana | West | 3.14 km |
| Nadhira | South | 3.78 km |
| Kachan | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Jalawa | West | 4.12 km |
| Dharati Dandd | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Banamahari | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Kirwil | East | 4.85 km |
| Piparahara | West | 4.92 km |
| Hathiyar | South | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shishawa
Shishawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Shishawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shishawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shishawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shishawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shishawa
Where is Shishawa located?
Shishawa village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shishawa?
Shishawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shishawa?
The pincode of Shishawa is 231208.
What is the population of Shishawa?
Shishawa has a total population of 451, including 236 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Shishawa?
There are 92 households in Shishawa.
What is the literacy rate in Shishawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shishawa is 44.79%. Male literacy is 57.20% and female literacy is 31.16%.