Sihoda - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Sihoda is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Sihoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihoda is 489709. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.32 hectares and falls under the 482003 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sihoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihoda
According to the 2011 Census, Sihoda village had a total population of 1,787 people, including 930 males and 857 females, living in 412 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.05%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 67.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 557, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 327.
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 | 1,787 | 930 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 124 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 291 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 168 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 1,175 | 677 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 253 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Sihoda
Sihoda 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 Sihoda
Sihoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sihoda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Sihoda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Sihoda is about 21 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 Sihoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihoda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sihoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sihoda
Where is Sihoda located?
Sihoda village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sihoda?
Sihoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sihoda?
The pincode of Sihoda is 482003.
What is the population of Sihoda?
Sihoda had a total population of 1,787, including 930 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Sihoda?
Sihoda had 412 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihoda was 76.05%. Male literacy was 84.00% and female literacy was 67.39%.