Sahora
Sahora is a village located in Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Meerganj (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bareilly. As per 2009 stats, Sahora village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sahora unique in its vibrant Meerganj-Bareilly region. You’ll see Sahora’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 Sahora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahora is 129540. The village spans a total geographical area of 339.8 hectares. Meerganj is nearest town to Sahora village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sahora 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 Meerganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bareilly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sahora
Population of Sahora
According to the 2011 Census, Sahora has a total population of about 2,934, with approximately 1,559 males and 1,375 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 498 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 531 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 38.89%, with male literacy at about 47.27% and female literacy near 29.38%. There are around 475 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,934 | 1,559 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 251 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 281 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,141 | 737 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,793 | 822 | 971 |
Connectivity of Sahora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahora. As per the 2011 stats, Sahora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sahora
Knowing the nearby villages of Sahora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sahora
- Where is Sahora located?
- Sahora village is situated in Meerganj Tehsil, within the Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahora?
- Sahora serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sahora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahora is 2,934, with 1,559 males and 1,375 females.
- How many households are there in Sahora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahora village has a total of 475 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahora is 38.89%. The male literacy rate is 47.27%, while the female literacy rate is 29.38%.