Sijhat - Dhuraiya, Banka
Sijhat is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Sijhat Baliyas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sijhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sijhat is 240978. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sijhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sijhat
As per Census 2011, Sijhat village has a total population of 670 people, consisting of 340 males and 330 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 316 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sijhat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 670 | 340 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 164 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 142 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 198 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Sijhat
Sijhat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sijhat
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sijhat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Sijhat is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sijhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sijhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sijhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sijhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sijhat
Where is Sijhat located?
Sijhat village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sijhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Sijhat is Sijhat Baliyas.
What is the pincode of Sijhat?
The pincode of Sijhat is 813205.
What is the population of Sijhat?
Sijhat has a total population of 670, including 340 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Sijhat?
There are 142 households in Sijhat.
What is the literacy rate in Sijhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sijhat is 36.57%. Male literacy is 41.76% and female literacy is 31.21%.