Sihpur - Azamnagar, Katihar
Sihpur is a village situated in the Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Azamnagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Khuriyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihpur is 225170. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.7 hectares and falls under the 855113 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sihpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sihpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sihpur village had a total population of 628 people, including 322 males and 306 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.39%, with male literacy at 74.10% and female literacy at 56.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 628 | 322 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 186 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 136 | 167 |
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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Sihpur is about 35 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 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sihpur
Where is Sihpur located?
Sihpur village is located in Azamnagar Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sihpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihpur is Khuriyal.
What is the pincode of Sihpur?
The pincode of Sihpur is 855113.
What is the population of Sihpur?
Sihpur had a total population of 628, including 322 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Sihpur?
Sihpur had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihpur was 65.39%. Male literacy was 74.10% and female literacy was 56.50%.