Sahejani - Piro, Bhojpur
Sahejani is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Nonar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahejani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahejani is 247367. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 802204 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sahejani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahejani
According to the 2011 Census, Sahejani village had a total population of 2,958 people, including 1,599 males and 1,359 females, living in 466 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.49%, with male literacy at 91.16% and female literacy at 68.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 625.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,958 | 1,599 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 253 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 342 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,018 | 1,227 | 791 |
| Illiterate Population | 940 | 372 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Sahejani
Sahejani 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 Sahejani
Sahejani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sahejani has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Sahejani is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Sahejani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahejani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahejani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sahejani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahejani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sahejani
Where is Sahejani located?
Sahejani village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahejani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahejani is Nonar.
What is the pincode of Sahejani?
The pincode of Sahejani is 802204.
What is the population of Sahejani?
Sahejani had a total population of 2,958, including 1,599 males and 1,359 females.
How many households are there in Sahejani?
Sahejani had 466 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahejani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahejani was 80.49%. Male literacy was 91.16% and female literacy was 68.13%.