Sihaur - Meerganj, Bareilly
Sihaur is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Sihaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihaur is 129544. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.37 hectares and falls under the 243505 pincode.
Sihaur 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 Sihaur
As per Census 2011, Sihaur village has a total population of 2,517 people, consisting of 1,357 males and 1,160 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,049 literate and 1,468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sihaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,517 | 1,357 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 192 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 175 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 676 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,468 | 681 | 787 |
Nearby Villages of Sihaur
Sihaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhojipura | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Mohanpur | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Haldikalan | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Barhpura | North | 1.90 km |
| Bhurasi | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Sahora | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Inayatpur | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Ras | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Abhupura Urf Jokhanpur | East | 2.69 km |
| Qaziapura | North | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sihaur
Sihaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Milak, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bareilly to Sihaur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sihaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sihaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sihaur
Where is Sihaur located?
Sihaur village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sihaur?
Sihaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sihaur?
The pincode of Sihaur is 243505.
What is the population of Sihaur?
Sihaur has a total population of 2,517, including 1,357 males and 1,160 females.
How many households are there in Sihaur?
There are 432 households in Sihaur.
What is the literacy rate in Sihaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihaur is 41.68%. Male literacy is 49.82% and female literacy is 32.16%.