Sihoria - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Sihoria is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Manjhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihoria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihoria is 176941. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.23 hectares and falls under the 272152 pincode. Bansi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sihoria 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 Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihoria
According to the 2011 Census, Sihoria village had a total population of 307 people, including 161 males and 146 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.69%, with male literacy at 66.42% and female literacy at 54.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 307 | 161 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 13 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 89 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 72 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Sihoria
Sihoria is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sihoria
Sihoria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sihoria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansi to Sihoria is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Sihoria is about 35 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 Sihoria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihoria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sihoria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihoria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sihoria
Where is Sihoria located?
Sihoria village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sihoria?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihoria is Manjhari.
What is the pincode of Sihoria?
The pincode of Sihoria is 272152.
What is the population of Sihoria?
Sihoria had a total population of 307, including 161 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Sihoria?
Sihoria had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihoria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihoria was 60.69%. Male literacy was 66.42% and female literacy was 54.69%.