Siripur Gohar - Khanpur, Samastipur
Siripur Gohar is a village situated in the Khanpur subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khanpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Sripurgahar West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siripur Gohar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siripur Gohar is 236458. The village covers a total geographical area of 1704 hectares and falls under the 848117 pincode. Samstipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Siripur Gohar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siripur Gohar
According to the 2011 Census, Siripur Gohar village had a total population of 17,879 people, including 9,110 males and 8,769 females, living in 3,524 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.52%, with male literacy at 68.78% and female literacy at 45.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,620, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 17,879 | 9,110 | 8,769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,485 | 1,787 | 1,698 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,620 | 1,843 | 1,777 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8,280 | 5,037 | 3,243 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,599 | 4,073 | 5,526 |
Nearby Villages of Siripur Gohar
Siripur Gohar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamurpur | West | 2.70 km |
| Bandhar Shiupur | South | 2.81 km |
| Balipur Parsuram | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Rahthauli | North | 2.86 km |
| Inamat | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Reora | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Pakaha | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Dilmanpur Boar | South | 3.65 km |
| Shahpur Chintaman | East | 3.75 km |
| Bahadurpur | East | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siripur Gohar
Siripur Gohar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kishanpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| 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 Samstipur to Siripur Gohar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Siripur Gohar is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siripur Gohar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siripur Gohar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siripur Gohar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siripur Gohar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siripur Gohar
Where is Siripur Gohar located?
Siripur Gohar village is located in Khanpur Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siripur Gohar?
The Gram Panchayat of Siripur Gohar is Sripurgahar West.
What is the pincode of Siripur Gohar?
The pincode of Siripur Gohar is 848117.
What is the population of Siripur Gohar?
Siripur Gohar had a total population of 17,879, including 9,110 males and 8,769 females.
How many households are there in Siripur Gohar?
Siripur Gohar had 3,524 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siripur Gohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siripur Gohar was 57.52%. Male literacy was 68.78% and female literacy was 45.86%.