Sahora - Meerganj, Bareilly
Sahora is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Sahora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahora is 129540. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.8 hectares and falls under the 243505 pincode.
Sahora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahora
As per Census 2011, Sahora village has a total population of 2,934 people, consisting of 1,559 males and 1,375 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,141 literate and 1,793 illiterate residents. Additionally, 531 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahora are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,141 | 737 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,793 | 822 | 971 |
Nearby Villages of Sahora
Sahora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Abhupura Urf Jokhanpur | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Bhurasi | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Gokilpur | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Barhpura | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Sihaur | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Mohanpur | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Masla Khera | North | 2.37 km |
| Raghunathpur Urf Jagdish | East | 2.41 km |
| Dharmpura | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Ras | South | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahora
Sahora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Milak, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 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 Bareilly to Sahora is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sahora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahora
Where is Sahora located?
Sahora village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahora?
Sahora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahora?
The pincode of Sahora is 243505.
What is the population of Sahora?
Sahora has a total population of 2,934, including 1,559 males and 1,375 females.
How many households are there in Sahora?
There are 475 households in Sahora.
What is the literacy rate in Sahora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahora is 38.89%. Male literacy is 47.27% and female literacy is 29.38%.