Sihora - Bilaspur, Rampur
Sihora is a village situated in the Bilaspur tehsil of Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilaspur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Rampur. Chandayan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihora is 116686. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.78 hectares and falls under the 244921 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 Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihora
According to the 2011 Census, Sihora village had a total population of 190 people, including 95 males and 95 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.93%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 75.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 190 | 95 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 25 | 29 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khamri | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Shri Nagar | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Jafrabad | East | 2.06 km |
| Chandayan | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Hamidabad | West | 2.19 km |
| Pipalia Naw | North | 2.22 km |
| Sihore | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Mehdipur | North-West | 2.67 km |
| And Kheri | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Lalpur | South | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sihora
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sihora. The nearest railway station is Rudrapur City, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rampur to Sihora is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sihora
Where is Sihora located?
Sihora village is located in Bilaspur Tehsil, Rampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sihora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihora is Chandayan.
What is the pincode of Sihora?
The pincode of Sihora is 244921.
What is the population of Sihora?
Sihora had a total population of 190, including 95 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Sihora?
Sihora had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihora was 82.93%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 75.86%.