Shishala
Shishala is a village located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kud is the gram panchayat of Shishala village.
Here you can discover what makes Shishala unique in its vibrant Rajgarhi-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Shishala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Shishala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shishala is 040293. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249141. Barkot is nearest town to Shishala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Shishala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Shishala
Population of Shishala
According to the 2011 Census, Shishala has a total population of about 56, with approximately 32 males and 24 females. The sex ratio is around 750 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 7 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.29%, with male literacy at about 75.00% and female literacy near 50.00%. There are around 11 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shishala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 56 | 32 | 24 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 36 | 24 | 12 |
Illiterate Population | 20 | 8 | 12 |
Connectivity of Shishala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shishala. As per the 2011 stats, Shishala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shishala
Knowing the nearby villages of Shishala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shishala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shishala
- Where is Shishala located?
- Shishala village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shishala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shishala is Kud (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shishala?
- The pincode of Shishala is 249141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shishala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shishala is 56, with 32 males and 24 females.
- How many households are there in Shishala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shishala village has a total of 11 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shishala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shishala is 64.29%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.