Sihula - Laukaha, Madhubani
Sihula is a village situated in the Laukaha subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Laukaha and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Nahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihula is 220012. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.38 hectares and falls under the 847232 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Sihula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sihula
According to the 2011 Census, Sihula village had a total population of 2,572 people, including 1,314 males and 1,258 females, living in 466 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.59%, with male literacy at 62.45% and female literacy at 34.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 504.
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 | 2,572 | 1,314 | 1,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 514 | 262 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 254 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 657 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,572 | 657 | 915 |
Nearby Villages of Sihula
Sihula 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 Sihula
Sihula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Sihula is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sihula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sihula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sihula
Where is Sihula located?
Sihula village is located in Laukaha Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sihula?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihula is Nahari.
What is the pincode of Sihula?
The pincode of Sihula is 847232.
What is the population of Sihula?
Sihula had a total population of 2,572, including 1,314 males and 1,258 females.
How many households are there in Sihula?
Sihula had 466 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihula was 48.59%. Male literacy was 62.45% and female literacy was 34.10%.