Shishai

Shishai is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Shishai village. As per 2009 stats, Marnai is the gram panchayat of Shishai village.

Shishai has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shishai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shishai is 310285. The village spans a total geographical area of 274.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733128. Raiganj is nearest town to Shishai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Shishai

Below is a concise population overview of Shishai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,512 777 735
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 241 124 117
Scheduled Castes (SC) 19 8 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 148 79 69
Literate Population 793 418 375
Illiterate Population 719 359 360

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shishai village:

  • The total population of Shishai village is around 1,512, including approximately 777 males and 735 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 241 children aged 0–6 years in Shishai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shishai village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 148 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shishai village is about 52.45%, with male literacy at 53.80% and female literacy at 51.02%.
  • There are around 296 households in Shishai village.

Connectivity of Shishai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shishai. As per the 2011 stats, Shishai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
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 Shishai

Knowing the nearby villages of Shishai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shishai.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shishai

Where is Shishai located?
Shishai village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shishai?
The Gram Panchayat of Shishai is Marnai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shishai?
The pincode of Shishai is 733128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shishai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shishai is 1,512, with 777 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Shishai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shishai village has a total of 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shishai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shishai is 52.45%. The male literacy rate is 53.80%, while the female literacy rate is 51.02%.