Sihore - Narwar, Shivpuri
Sihore is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Seehor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihore village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihore is 455519. The village covers a total geographical area of 2047.43 hectares and falls under the 473865 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Sihore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihore
As per Census 2011, Sihore village has a total population of 5,745 people, consisting of 3,121 males and 2,624 females. The village has 1,183 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 932 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,092 literate and 2,653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sihore are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,745 | 3,121 | 2,624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 932 | 514 | 418 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,331 | 714 | 617 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,092 | 2,053 | 1,039 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,653 | 1,068 | 1,585 |
Nearby Villages of Sihore
Sihore 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pulha | South | 2.26 km |
| Phoolpur | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Gagoni | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Chitahari | East | 4.21 km |
| Baroda | North | 4.43 km |
| Bahagawan | South | 4.63 km |
| Sund | South-West | 4.81 km |
| Datla | West | 5.18 km |
| Hateda | North-East | 5.22 km |
| Dhamdholi | South-West | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sihore
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sihore. The nearest railway station is Sonagir, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| 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 Shivpuri to Sihore is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sihore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihore 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 Sihore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihore 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sihore
Where is Sihore located?
Sihore village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sihore?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihore is Seehor.
What is the pincode of Sihore?
The pincode of Sihore is 473865.
What is the population of Sihore?
Sihore has a total population of 5,745, including 3,121 males and 2,624 females.
How many households are there in Sihore?
There are 1,183 households in Sihore.
What is the literacy rate in Sihore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihore is 53.82%. Male literacy is 65.78% and female literacy is 39.60%.