Sarphora - Guthani, Siwan
Sarphora is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Padari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarphora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarphora is 232183. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sarphora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarphora
According to the 2011 Census, Sarphora village had a total population of 627 people, including 293 males and 334 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.42%, with male literacy at 90.12% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 627 | 293 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 228 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 65 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Sarphora
Sarphora 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 Sarphora
Sarphora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sarphora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Sarphora is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Sarphora 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 Sarphora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarphora 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarphora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarphora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarphora
Where is Sarphora located?
Sarphora village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarphora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarphora is Padari.
What is the pincode of Sarphora?
The pincode of Sarphora is 841239.
What is the population of Sarphora?
Sarphora had a total population of 627, including 293 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Sarphora?
Sarphora had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarphora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarphora was 79.42%. Male literacy was 90.12% and female literacy was 70.27%.