Sinharan - Bhitarwar, Gwalior
Sinharan is a village situated in the Bhitarwar tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhitarwar and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Singharan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinharan is 454249. The village covers a total geographical area of 692.13 hectares and falls under the 475220 pincode. Bhitarwar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sinharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sinharan
As per Census 2011, Sinharan village has a total population of 1,498 people, consisting of 829 males and 669 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 806 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 964 literate and 534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 428 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sinharan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,498 | 829 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 103 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 428 | 246 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 119 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 607 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 222 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Sinharan
Sinharan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maragpur | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Gadajar | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Kithoda | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Pachora | North | 2.94 km |
| Rahi | West | 3.27 km |
| Shyampur | South | 3.53 km |
| Bela | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Charkha | East | 4.06 km |
| Itma | North | 4.68 km |
| Dhakad Khiriya | South | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sinharan
Sinharan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anant Paith, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 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 Bhitarwar to Sinharan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Sinharan is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sinharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinharan 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 Sinharan
Where is Sinharan located?
Sinharan village is located in Bhitarwar Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sinharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinharan is Singharan.
What is the pincode of Sinharan?
The pincode of Sinharan is 475220.
What is the population of Sinharan?
Sinharan has a total population of 1,498, including 829 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Sinharan?
There are 352 households in Sinharan.
What is the literacy rate in Sinharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinharan is 64.35%. Male literacy is 73.22% and female literacy is 53.36%.