Sehra - Kadwa, Katihar
Sehra is a village situated in the Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadwa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Rizwanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sehra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehra is 224465. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.08 hectares and falls under the 855105 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Sehra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sehra
According to the 2011 Census, Sehra village had a total population of 47 people, including 26 males and 21 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.78%, with male literacy at 45.45% and female literacy at 52.63%.
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 | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Sehra
Sehra 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 Sehra
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sehra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Sehra is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehra 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 Sehra
Where is Sehra located?
Sehra village is located in Kadwa Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sehra?
The Gram Panchayat of Sehra is Rizwanpur.
What is the pincode of Sehra?
The pincode of Sehra is 855105.
What is the population of Sehra?
Sehra had a total population of 47, including 26 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Sehra?
Sehra had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehra was 48.78%. Male literacy was 45.45% and female literacy was 52.63%.