Shibau - Chakrata, Dehradun
Shibau is a village situated in the Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakrata and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Ketari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shibau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shibau is 044701. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.04 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Chakrata is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shibau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shibau
According to the 2011 Census, Shibau village had a total population of 113 people, including 51 males and 62 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,216 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.79%, with male literacy at 52.27% and female literacy at 38.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 28 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Shibau
Shibau is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shibau
Shibau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakrata to Shibau is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Shibau is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shibau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shibau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shibau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shibau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shibau
Where is Shibau located?
Shibau village is located in Chakrata Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shibau?
The Gram Panchayat of Shibau is Ketari.
What is the pincode of Shibau?
The pincode of Shibau is 248001.
What is the population of Shibau?
Shibau had a total population of 113, including 51 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Shibau?
Shibau had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shibau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shibau was 44.79%. Male literacy was 52.27% and female literacy was 38.46%.