Shihora - Desar, Vadodara
Shihora is a village situated in the Desar taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Savli and around 48 km from Vadodara. Shihora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shihora is 519720. The village covers a total geographical area of 1242.04 hectares and falls under the 391530 pincode. Savli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shihora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shihora
As per Census 2011, Shihora village has a total population of 6,021 people, consisting of 3,122 males and 2,899 females. The village has 1,208 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 863 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,962 literate and 2,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shihora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,021 | 3,122 | 2,899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 863 | 476 | 387 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 245 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,962 | 2,329 | 1,633 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,059 | 793 | 1,266 |
Nearby Villages of Shihora
Shihora 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 Shihora
Shihora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savli to Shihora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Shihora is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shihora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shihora 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 Shihora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shihora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shihora
Where is Shihora located?
Shihora village is located in Desar Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shihora?
Shihora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shihora?
The pincode of Shihora is 391530.
What is the population of Shihora?
Shihora has a total population of 6,021, including 3,122 males and 2,899 females.
How many households are there in Shihora?
There are 1,208 households in Shihora.
What is the literacy rate in Shihora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shihora is 65.80%. Male literacy is 74.60% and female literacy is 56.33%.