Sahorwa - Mahishi, Saharsa
Sahorwa is a village situated in the Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahishi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Ghonghepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahorwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahorwa is 226352. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 852216 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sahorwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simri bakhtiarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khagaria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahorwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sahorwa village had a total population of 620 people, including 317 males and 303 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.63%, with male literacy at 29.28% and female literacy at 9.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 614, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 620 | 317 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 95 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 614 | 316 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 65 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 252 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Sahorwa
Sahorwa 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 Sahorwa
Public transport in the Sahorwa 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharsa to Sahorwa is about 32 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 Sahorwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahorwa 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 Sahorwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahorwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahorwa
Where is Sahorwa located?
Sahorwa village is located in Mahishi Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahorwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahorwa is Ghonghepur.
What is the pincode of Sahorwa?
The pincode of Sahorwa is 852216.
What is the population of Sahorwa?
Sahorwa had a total population of 620, including 317 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Sahorwa?
Sahorwa had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahorwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahorwa was 19.63%. Male literacy was 29.28% and female literacy was 9.72%.