Sihora Kalan - Gairatganj, Raisen
Sihora Kalan is a village situated in the Gairatganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairatgang and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Khumari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihora Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihora Kalan is 483984. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 464884 pincode. Gairatganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sihora Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihora Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Sihora Kalan village had a total population of 342 people, including 173 males and 169 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.75%, with male literacy at 87.33% and female literacy at 75.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.
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 | 342 | 173 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 131 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 42 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Sihora Kalan
Sihora Kalan 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 Kalan
Sihora Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Gairatganj to Sihora Kalan is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Sihora Kalan is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sihora Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihora Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sihora Kalan
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 Kalan 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 Sihora Kalan
Where is Sihora Kalan located?
Sihora Kalan village is located in Gairatganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sihora Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihora Kalan is Khumari.
What is the pincode of Sihora Kalan?
The pincode of Sihora Kalan is 464884.
What is the population of Sihora Kalan?
Sihora Kalan had a total population of 342, including 173 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Sihora Kalan?
Sihora Kalan had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihora Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihora Kalan was 81.75%. Male literacy was 87.33% and female literacy was 75.56%.