Sihari Kalan - Haspura, Aurangabad
Sihari Kalan is a village situated in the Haspura subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haspura and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Tal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihari Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihari Kalan is 252793. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 824115 pincode. Daudnagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sihari Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihari Kalan
As per Census 2011, Sihari Kalan village has a total population of 1,631 people, consisting of 842 males and 789 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 978 literate and 653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 483 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sihari Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,631 | 842 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 121 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 246 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 596 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 246 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Sihari Kalan
Sihari Kalan 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 Sihari Kalan
Sihari Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Daudnagar to Sihari Kalan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Sihari Kalan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sihari Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihari Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sihari Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihari Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sihari Kalan
Where is Sihari Kalan located?
Sihari Kalan village is located in Haspura Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sihari Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihari Kalan is Tal.
What is the pincode of Sihari Kalan?
The pincode of Sihari Kalan is 824115.
What is the population of Sihari Kalan?
Sihari Kalan has a total population of 1,631, including 842 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Sihari Kalan?
There are 268 households in Sihari Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Sihari Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihari Kalan is 59.96%. Male literacy is 70.78% and female literacy is 48.42%.