Sihora - Mungaoli, Ashoknagar
Sihora is a village situated in the Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mungaoli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Achalgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihora is 500630. The village covers a total geographical area of 795 hectares and falls under the 473444 pincode. Mungaoli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sihora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sihora
According to the 2011 Census, Sihora village had a total population of 903 people, including 491 males and 412 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.92%, with male literacy at 76.02% and female literacy at 44.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 347.
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 | 903 | 491 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 181 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 317 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 174 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Sihora
Sihora 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 Sihora
Sihora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sihora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mungaoli to Sihora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Sihora is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sihora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihora 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sihora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihora 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 Sihora
Where is Sihora located?
Sihora village is located in Mungaoli Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sihora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihora is Achalgarh.
What is the pincode of Sihora?
The pincode of Sihora is 473444.
What is the population of Sihora?
Sihora had a total population of 903, including 491 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Sihora?
Sihora had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihora was 61.92%. Male literacy was 76.02% and female literacy was 44.31%.