Saholi - Sidhauli, Sitapur
Saholi is a village situated in the Sidhauli tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhauli and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Saholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saholi is 138803. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.45 hectares and falls under the 261303 pincode. Sidhauli is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Saholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mohanlalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saholi
As per Census 2011, Saholi village has a total population of 2,905 people, consisting of 1,536 males and 1,369 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 489 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,635 literate and 1,270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,905 | 1,536 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 489 | 264 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,301 | 685 | 616 |
| Literate Population | 1,635 | 994 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,270 | 542 | 728 |
Nearby Villages of Saholi
Saholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarapur | North | 1.23 km |
| Narharpur | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Khale Garhi | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Murhadih | West | 1.77 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Kothawan | South | 2.12 km |
| G0vindapur | North | 2.13 km |
| Bakhrapur | East | 2.24 km |
| Nasirabad | East | 2.75 km |
| Kuchilai | North-East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saholi
Saholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sidhauli, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sidhauli to Saholi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitapur to Saholi is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saholi
Where is Saholi located?
Saholi village is located in Sidhauli Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saholi?
Saholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saholi?
The pincode of Saholi is 261303.
What is the population of Saholi?
Saholi has a total population of 2,905, including 1,536 males and 1,369 females.
How many households are there in Saholi?
There are 497 households in Saholi.
What is the literacy rate in Saholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saholi is 56.28%. Male literacy is 64.71% and female literacy is 46.82%.