Sihpur - Narayanpur, Bhagalpur
Sihpur is a village situated in the Narayanpur subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Sihpur East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihpur is 238848. The village covers a total geographical area of 485 hectares and falls under the 853203 pincode. Naugachhia is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sihpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bihpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sihpur village had a total population of 19,700 people, including 10,527 males and 9,173 females, living in 3,816 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.99%, with male literacy at 77.96% and female literacy at 60.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,234, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,700 | 10,527 | 9,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,417 | 1,741 | 1,676 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,234 | 645 | 589 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11,396 | 6,850 | 4,546 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,304 | 3,677 | 4,627 |
Nearby Villages of Sihpur
Sihpur 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 Sihpur
Sihpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sihpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naugachhia to Sihpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Sihpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sihpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sihpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sihpur
Where is Sihpur located?
Sihpur village is located in Narayanpur Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sihpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihpur is Sihpur East.
What is the pincode of Sihpur?
The pincode of Sihpur is 853203.
What is the population of Sihpur?
Sihpur had a total population of 19,700, including 10,527 males and 9,173 females.
How many households are there in Sihpur?
Sihpur had 3,816 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihpur was 69.99%. Male literacy was 77.96% and female literacy was 60.64%.