Sihara
Sihara is a village located in Sagardighi subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Sagardighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sihara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bannyeswar is the gram panchayat of Sihara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sihara unique in its vibrant Sagardighi-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Sihara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sihara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sihara is 314305. The village spans a total geographical area of 90.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742226. Raghunathganj is nearest town to Sihara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Sihara
Population of Sihara
According to the 2011 Census, Sihara has a total population of about 1,738, with approximately 910 males and 828 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.75%, with male literacy at about 74.18% and female literacy near 69.08%. There are around 368 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sihara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,738 | 910 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 118 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 675 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 235 | 256 |
Connectivity of Sihara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sihara. As per the 2011 stats, Sihara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sihara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sihara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sihara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sihara
- Where is Sihara located?
- Sihara village is situated in Sagardighi Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sihara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sihara is Bannyeswar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sihara?
- The pincode of Sihara is 742226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sihara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sihara is 1,738, with 910 males and 828 females.
- How many households are there in Sihara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sihara village has a total of 368 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sihara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sihara is 71.75%. The male literacy rate is 74.18%, while the female literacy rate is 69.08%.