Shango - Robertsganj, Sonbhadra
Shango is a village situated in the Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Robertsganj and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Amokhr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shango village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shango is 213422. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.09 hectares and falls under the 231216 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shango village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghorawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shango
According to the 2011 Census, Shango village had a total population of 127 people, including 69 males and 58 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.09%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 61.54%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 69 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 19 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Shango
Shango 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mango | North | 0.71 km |
| Amokhr | East | 0.79 km |
| Shemari Bishunlal | South | 0.82 km |
| Bhogar | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Babhanauli Khurd | West | 1.35 km |
| Urali | West | 1.47 km |
| Deogarh | East | 1.50 km |
| Tendee | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Dibha | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Barwan | South-East | 1.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shango
Public transport in the Shango is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Roberts Ganj, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Shango is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Shango is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shango
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shango village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shango
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shango 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shango
Where is Shango located?
Shango village is located in Robertsganj Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shango?
The Gram Panchayat of Shango is Amokhr.
What is the pincode of Shango?
The pincode of Shango is 231216.
What is the population of Shango?
Shango had a total population of 127, including 69 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Shango?
Shango had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shango?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shango was 70.09%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 61.54%.