Sihan
Sihan is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Umarpur is the gram panchayat of Sihan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sihan unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Sihan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sihan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sihan is 031067. The village spans a total geographical area of 104 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Sihan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sihan
Population of Sihan
According to the 2011 Census, Sihan has a total population of about 497, with approximately 262 males and 235 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.68%, with male literacy at about 85.11% and female literacy near 73.62%. There are around 104 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sihan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 262 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 396 | 223 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 39 | 62 |
Connectivity of Sihan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sihan. As per the 2011 stats, Sihan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sihan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sihan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sihan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sihan
- Where is Sihan located?
- Sihan village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sihan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sihan is Umarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sihan?
- The pincode of Sihan is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sihan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sihan is 497, with 262 males and 235 females.
- How many households are there in Sihan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sihan village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sihan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sihan is 79.68%. The male literacy rate is 85.11%, while the female literacy rate is 73.62%.