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.
Here you can discover what makes Sihpur unique in its vibrant Raxaul-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Sihpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Sihpur has a total population of about 2,216, with approximately 1,150 males and 1,066 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 479 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 399 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.21%, with male literacy at about 49.48% and female literacy near 30.21%. There are around 363 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sihpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.