Ishibu

Ishibu (Nepali: ईसिबु) is one of the 32 village development committees of Tehrathum District in Province No. 1 of Nepal.[1] This village is to the north of the district headquarters at Myanglung. It had a population of 2846 in 616 households according to the census of 2011.[2]

Tourism

The area located between Ishibu and Samdu is most popular and well known for its natural panoramas. One of the most remarkable objects existing here is Hyatung waterfall which is known throughout Asia and the world.

Literacy rate

This community was very disadvantaged and lagged behind in education over the past few years but after a gradual changes in improving the literacy rate from every sub-division number, the rate of literacy has been changing substantially throughout in villages.

For administrative purposes Ishibu is divided into nine wards. These are Phuwatapa, Layemba, Batase, Bhetwal Gau, Gairi toll, Talkharka, Jyamire, Eka number (Nepali: एक नँबर), and Naminta. The main occupation here is agricultural work; other occupations include police and Army service, teaching, and temporary voluntary work.

Geography and climate

Ishibu has a moderate climate favorable in most areas for production of paddy, millet, wheat, cardamom, crops and various vegetables. It is a totally landlocked and hilly region.

Development

The village has now been well equipped with transportation, drinking water,[3] electricity, communication, education, and employment. A mid-hills highway (Nepali: मधय पहाडी राज माग॔) has been constructed through Ishibu[4] which has brought many changes for the inhabitants. Education is provided by a 10+2 school, two lower secondary schools and three primary schools.

References
  1. "Koshi Zone,Terhathum District". Tharunews. 14 July 2012.
  2. "Table 2: Households and population by village development committees/municipalities" (PDF). National Population and Housing Census 2011 (page 11,'Eseebu'). Government of Nepal, Central Bureau of Statistics. Archived from the original (PDF) on 31 July 2013. Retrieved 16 April 2015.
  3. "Drinking water project completed". NGO Forum. 26 November 2009.
  4. "Transportation (Road Sector, item 24)". Integrated Development and Research Services.


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