Sijhat
Sijhat is a village located in Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dhuraiya (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Sijhat Baliyas is the gram panchayat of Sijhat village.
Here you can discover what makes Sijhat unique in its vibrant Dhuraiya-Banka region. You’ll see Sijhat’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 Sijhat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sijhat is 240978. The village spans a total geographical area of 85 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Sijhat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Sijhat
Population of Sijhat
According to the 2011 Census, Sijhat has a total population of about 670, with approximately 340 males and 330 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 316 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 36.57%, with male literacy at about 41.76% and female literacy near 31.21%. There are around 142 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sijhat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 670 | 340 | 330 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 79 | 69 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 164 | 152 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 245 | 142 | 103 |
Illiterate Population | 425 | 198 | 227 |
Connectivity of Sijhat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sijhat. As per the 2011 stats, Sijhat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sijhat
Knowing the nearby villages of Sijhat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sijhat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sijhat
- Where is Sijhat located?
- Sijhat village is situated in Dhuraiya Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sijhat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sijhat is Sijhat Baliyas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sijhat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sijhat is 670, with 340 males and 330 females.
- How many households are there in Sijhat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sijhat village has a total of 142 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sijhat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sijhat is 36.57%. The male literacy rate is 41.76%, while the female literacy rate is 31.21%.