Sahjauli - Shahpur, Bhojpur
Sahjauli is a village situated in the Shahpur subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Sahjauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahjauli is 246605. The village covers a total geographical area of 437 hectares and falls under the 802165 pincode. Shahpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sahjauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahjauli
As per Census 2011, Sahjauli village has a total population of 5,498 people, consisting of 2,949 males and 2,549 females. The village has 759 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 924 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,187 literate and 2,311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahjauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,498 | 2,949 | 2,549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 924 | 501 | 423 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,157 | 642 | 515 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 3,187 | 1,977 | 1,210 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,311 | 972 | 1,339 |
Nearby Villages of Sahjauli
Sahjauli 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 Sahjauli
Sahjauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sahjauli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpur to Sahjauli is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Sahjauli is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahjauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahjauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahjauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahjauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sahjauli
Where is Sahjauli located?
Sahjauli village is located in Shahpur Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahjauli?
Sahjauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahjauli?
The pincode of Sahjauli is 802165.
What is the population of Sahjauli?
Sahjauli has a total population of 5,498, including 2,949 males and 2,549 females.
How many households are there in Sahjauli?
There are 759 households in Sahjauli.
What is the literacy rate in Sahjauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahjauli is 57.97%. Male literacy is 67.04% and female literacy is 47.47%.