Sihani
Sihani is a village located in Ramsar tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Ramsar (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Sihani village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sihani unique in its vibrant Ramsar-Barmer region. You’ll see Sihani’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 Sihani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sihani is 088486. The village spans a total geographical area of 1457.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344001. Barmer is nearest town to Sihani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sihani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barmer Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sihani
Population of Sihani
According to the 2011 Census, Sihani has a total population of about 2,547, with approximately 1,305 males and 1,242 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 520 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,395 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.01%, with male literacy at about 57.32% and female literacy near 34.14%. There are around 472 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sihani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,547 | 1,305 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 278 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,395 | 743 | 652 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 748 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,375 | 557 | 818 |
Connectivity of Sihani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sihani. As per the 2011 stats, Sihani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sihani
Knowing the nearby villages of Sihani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sihani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sihani
- Where is Sihani located?
- Sihani village is situated in Ramsar Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sihani?
- Sihani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sihani?
- The pincode of Sihani is 344001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sihani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sihani is 2,547, with 1,305 males and 1,242 females.
- How many households are there in Sihani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sihani village has a total of 472 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sihani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sihani is 46.01%. The male literacy rate is 57.32%, while the female literacy rate is 34.14%.