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.
Here you can discover what makes Shishai unique in its vibrant Itahar-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Shishai’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 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.
Google Map of Shishai
Population of Shishai
According to the 2011 Census, Shishai has a total population of about 1,512, with approximately 777 males and 735 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 241 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 148. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.45%, with male literacy at about 53.80% and female literacy near 51.02%. There are around 296 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shishai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.