Shishtola - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Shishtola is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Shishtola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shishtola is 214330. The village covers a total geographical area of 499.27 hectares and falls under the 231223 pincode. Sonebhadra is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Shishtola 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 Shishtola
As per Census 2011, Shishtola village has a total population of 2,831 people, consisting of 1,446 males and 1,385 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 623 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,293 literate and 1,538 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 308 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shishtola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,831 | 1,446 | 1,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 623 | 319 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 153 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 851 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,538 | 595 | 943 |
Nearby Villages of Shishtola
Shishtola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semariya | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Nawatoli | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Dumarahar | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Bichhiyari | North | 4.66 km |
| Karam Ghati | North | 4.68 km |
| Adhoura | North-East | 6.04 km |
| Tekuwari | North-West | 6.20 km |
| Bhal Pahari | North | 6.36 km |
| Bhawar | North | 6.97 km |
| Majhauli | North-West | 7.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shishtola
Shishtola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Krishnashilla, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 142.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonebhadra to Shishtola is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Shishtola is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shishtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shishtola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shishtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shishtola 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 Shishtola
Where is Shishtola located?
Shishtola village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shishtola?
Shishtola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shishtola?
The pincode of Shishtola is 231223.
What is the population of Shishtola?
Shishtola has a total population of 2,831, including 1,446 males and 1,385 females.
How many households are there in Shishtola?
There are 517 households in Shishtola.
What is the literacy rate in Shishtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shishtola is 45.67%. Male literacy is 58.85% and female literacy is 31.91%.