Sehri - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Sehri is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Sehari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sehri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehri is 177863. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.08 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Duamriya Ganj is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sehri
According to the 2011 Census, Sehri village had a total population of 825 people, including 416 males and 409 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.93%, with male literacy at 67.94% and female literacy at 44.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 825 | 416 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 231 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 185 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Sehri
Sehri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lathawer | South | 0.49 km |
| Bhavpur | East | 0.85 km |
| Jhuriya | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Khukhuri | North | 0.97 km |
| Sihorawa Tiwari | South | 1.13 km |
| Chor Thari | West | 1.47 km |
| Sisai | East | 1.54 km |
| Mailani | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Balua | North | 1.66 km |
| Bhadokhar Bhadokhari | South-East | 1.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sehri
Sehri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Trilokpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Duamriya Ganj to Sehri is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Sehri is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehri 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 Sehri
Where is Sehri located?
Sehri village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sehri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sehri is Sehari.
What is the pincode of Sehri?
The pincode of Sehri is 272192.
What is the population of Sehri?
Sehri had a total population of 825, including 416 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Sehri?
Sehri had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehri was 55.93%. Male literacy was 67.94% and female literacy was 44.02%.