Shashbani - Dhari, Nainital
Shashbani is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sasbani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shashbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shashbani is 054934. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.04 hectares and falls under the 263137 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Shashbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shashbani
As per Census 2011, Shashbani village has a total population of 1,218 people, consisting of 601 males and 617 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 905 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shashbani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,218 | 601 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 91 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 494 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 107 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Shashbani
Shashbani 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 Shashbani
Shashbani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bhowali to Shashbani is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Shashbani is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shashbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shashbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shashbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shashbani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Shashbani
Where is Shashbani located?
Shashbani village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shashbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Shashbani is Sasbani.
What is the pincode of Shashbani?
The pincode of Shashbani is 263137.
What is the population of Shashbani?
Shashbani has a total population of 1,218, including 601 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Shashbani?
There are 200 households in Shashbani.
What is the literacy rate in Shashbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shashbani is 74.30%. Male literacy is 82.20% and female literacy is 66.61%.