Sihora - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Sihora is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Sihora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihora is 490998. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.71 hectares and falls under the 487555 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sihora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihora
As per Census 2011, Sihora village has a total population of 2,359 people, consisting of 1,214 males and 1,145 females. The village has 568 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,755 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 569 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sihora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,359 | 1,214 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 149 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 304 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,755 | 970 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 244 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Sihora
Sihora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudhwara | North | 1.59 km |
| Sujwara | West | 1.95 km |
| Harrai | East | 2.10 km |
| Marka | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Thunti(thuthi) | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Matwara | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Purguwan | South | 3.10 km |
| Chirchira | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Budhwara | North | 3.25 km |
| Gaganwara | West | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sihora
Sihora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadarwara to Sihora is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Sihora is about 35 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sihora
Where is Sihora located?
Sihora village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sihora?
Sihora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sihora?
The pincode of Sihora is 487555.
What is the population of Sihora?
Sihora has a total population of 2,359, including 1,214 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Sihora?
There are 568 households in Sihora.
What is the literacy rate in Sihora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihora is 74.40%. Male literacy is 79.90% and female literacy is 68.56%.