Sihpur
Sihpur is a village located in Raxaul subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Raxaul (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Pantoka is the gram panchayat of Sihpur village.
Sihpur has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sihpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sihpur is 217478. The village spans a total geographical area of 160 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845305. Raxaul is nearest town to Sihpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Sihpur
Population of Sihpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sihpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,216 | 1,150 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 239 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 207 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 569 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,325 | 581 | 744 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sihpur village:
- The total population of Sihpur village is around 2,216, including approximately 1,150 males and 1,066 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 479 children aged 0–6 years in Sihpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sihpur village has 399 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sihpur village is about 40.21%, with male literacy at 49.48% and female literacy at 30.21%.
- There are around 363 households in Sihpur village.
Connectivity of Sihpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sihpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sihpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sihpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sihpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sihpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sihpur
- Where is Sihpur located?
- Sihpur village is situated in Raxaul Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sihpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sihpur is Pantoka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sihpur?
- The pincode of Sihpur is 845305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sihpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sihpur is 2,216, with 1,150 males and 1,066 females.
- How many households are there in Sihpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sihpur village has a total of 363 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sihpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sihpur is 40.21%. The male literacy rate is 49.48%, while the female literacy rate is 30.21%.