Situhari - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Situhari is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Baruna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Situhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Situhari is 247558. The village covers a total geographical area of 367 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Situhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Situhari
According to the 2011 Census, Situhari village had a total population of 2,133 people, including 1,108 males and 1,025 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.58%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 53.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265.
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 | 2,133 | 1,108 | 1,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 205 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 133 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,209 | 779 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 924 | 329 | 595 |
Nearby Villages of Situhari
Situhari 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 Situhari
Situhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Situhari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Situhari is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Situhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Situhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Situhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Situhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Situhari
Where is Situhari located?
Situhari village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Situhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Situhari is Baruna.
What is the pincode of Situhari?
The pincode of Situhari is 802201.
What is the population of Situhari?
Situhari had a total population of 2,133, including 1,108 males and 1,025 females.
How many households are there in Situhari?
Situhari had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Situhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Situhari was 70.58%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 53.09%.