Sihora - Rahatgarh, Sagar
Sihora is a village situated in the Rahatgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahatgarh and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Sihora (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihora is 460575. The village covers a total geographical area of 1496.96 hectares and falls under the 470120 pincode. Rahatgarh 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. For political representation, the village falls under the Surkhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihora
According to the 2011 Census, Sihora village had a total population of 5,355 people, including 2,831 males and 2,524 females, living in 1,197 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.31%, with male literacy at 88.49% and female literacy at 73.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,468, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 5,355 | 2,831 | 2,524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 742 | 390 | 352 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,468 | 777 | 691 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 3,751 | 2,160 | 1,591 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,604 | 671 | 933 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahatgarh to Sihora is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Sihora is about 20 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 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sihora
Where is Sihora located?
Sihora village is located in Rahatgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sihora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihora is Sihora (p).
What is the pincode of Sihora?
The pincode of Sihora is 470120.
What is the population of Sihora?
Sihora had a total population of 5,355, including 2,831 males and 2,524 females.
How many households are there in Sihora?
Sihora had 1,197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihora was 81.31%. Male literacy was 88.49% and female literacy was 73.25%.