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.

Sijhat has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Sijhat

Below is a concise population overview of Sijhat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sijhat village:

  • The total population of Sijhat village is around 670, including approximately 340 males and 330 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Sijhat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sijhat village has 316 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sijhat village is about 36.57%, with male literacy at 41.76% and female literacy at 31.21%.
  • There are around 142 households in Sijhat village.

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)
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.

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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%.