Sihipur - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Sihipur is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Budhsenpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihipur is 194422. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.21 hectares and falls under the 276305 pincode. Nizamabad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sihipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihipur
According to the 2011 Census, Sihipur village had a total population of 791 people, including 379 males and 412 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.12%, with male literacy at 87.42% and female literacy at 71.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 791 | 379 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 271 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 108 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Sihipur
Sihipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budhsenpur | South-East | 0.75 km |
| Daulatpur | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Paindapur | North-East | 1.02 km |
| Agapur | South | 1.06 km |
| Sarai Saif | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Mohanpur | North | 1.25 km |
| Sidha Sultanpur | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Mahmudpur | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Newada | East | 1.65 km |
| Moazzampur | North | 1.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sihipur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sihipur. The nearest railway station is Sanjarpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nizamabad to Sihipur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Sihipur is about 22 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 Sihipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sihipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sihipur
Where is Sihipur located?
Sihipur village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sihipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihipur is Budhsenpur.
What is the pincode of Sihipur?
The pincode of Sihipur is 276305.
What is the population of Sihipur?
Sihipur had a total population of 791, including 379 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Sihipur?
Sihipur had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihipur was 79.12%. Male literacy was 87.42% and female literacy was 71.79%.