Sihora - Mahavan, Mathura
Sihora is a village situated in the Mahavan tehsil of Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahavan and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Mathura. Sihora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihora is 124081. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.63 hectares and falls under the 281305 pincode.
Sihora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baldev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihora
According to the 2011 Census, Sihora village had a total population of 8,049 people, including 4,310 males and 3,739 females, living in 1,327 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.26%, with male literacy at 85.83% and female literacy at 56.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 736.
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 | 8,049 | 4,310 | 3,739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,135 | 597 | 538 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 736 | 401 | 335 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,996 | 3,187 | 1,809 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,053 | 1,123 | 1,930 |
Nearby Villages of Sihora
Sihora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Milik Bitthalnath | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Nagla Qazi | West | 1.99 km |
| Achru Ladhora | North | 2.44 km |
| Rawal Bangar | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Nagla Mirbulaki | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Bahadurpur | East | 2.60 km |
| Alipur | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Hayatpur | South | 2.89 km |
| Lohaban | West | 3.11 km |
| Bhainsara | North-East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sihora
Sihora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Raya, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mathura to Sihora is about 14 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 Sihora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sihora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sihora
Where is Sihora located?
Sihora village is located in Mahavan Tehsil, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sihora?
Sihora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sihora?
The pincode of Sihora is 281305.
What is the population of Sihora?
Sihora had a total population of 8,049, including 4,310 males and 3,739 females.
How many households are there in Sihora?
Sihora had 1,327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihora was 72.26%. Male literacy was 85.83% and female literacy was 56.51%.