Sihora - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Sihora is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sihora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihora is 495855. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.77 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihora
According to the 2011 Census, Sihora village had a total population of 1,621 people, including 820 males and 801 females, living in 366 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.54%, with male literacy at 88.59% and female literacy at 72.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 1,621 | 820 | 801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 119 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 124 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,097 | 621 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 199 | 325 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lakhnadon to Sihora is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Sihora is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni 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 480886.
What is the population of Sihora?
Sihora had a total population of 1,621, including 820 males and 801 females.
How many households are there in Sihora?
Sihora had 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihora was 80.54%. Male literacy was 88.59% and female literacy was 72.01%.