Shijhua
Shijhua is a village located in Kursakatta subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kursakatta (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Shankar Pur is the gram panchayat of Shijhua village.
Here you can discover what makes Shijhua unique in its vibrant Kursakatta-Araria region. You’ll see Shijhua’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 Shijhua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shijhua is 221899. The village spans a total geographical area of 125 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854331. Forbesganj is nearest town to Shijhua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Shijhua
Population of Shijhua
According to the 2011 Census, Shijhua has a total population of about 2,583, with approximately 1,339 males and 1,244 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 481 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 173 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 51.99%, with male literacy at about 59.15% and female literacy near 44.29%. There are around 511 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shijhua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,583 | 1,339 | 1,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 242 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 97 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,343 | 792 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,240 | 547 | 693 |
Connectivity of Shijhua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shijhua. As per the 2011 stats, Shijhua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shijhua
Knowing the nearby villages of Shijhua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shijhua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shijhua
- Where is Shijhua located?
- Shijhua village is situated in Kursakatta Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shijhua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shijhua is Shankar Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shijhua?
- The pincode of Shijhua is 854331, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shijhua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shijhua is 2,583, with 1,339 males and 1,244 females.
- How many households are there in Shijhua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shijhua village has a total of 511 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shijhua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shijhua is 51.99%. The male literacy rate is 59.15%, while the female literacy rate is 44.29%.