Sahiya

Sahiya is a village located in Wazirganj subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Wazirganj (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Sahiya village is also a gram panchayat.

Sahiya has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Sahiya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahiya is 256823. The village spans a total geographical area of 382 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Sahiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Sahiya

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,927 1,508 1,419
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 510 258 252
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,143 588 555
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,539 908 631
Illiterate Population 1,388 600 788

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

  • The total population of Sahiya village is around 2,927, including approximately 1,508 males and 1,419 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 510 children aged 0–6 years in Sahiya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sahiya village has 1,143 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sahiya village is about 52.58%, with male literacy at 60.21% and female literacy at 44.47%.
  • There are around 440 households in Sahiya village.

Connectivity of Sahiya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahiya. As per the 2011 stats, Sahiya 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sahiya

Knowing the nearby villages of Sahiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahiya.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sahiya

Where is Sahiya located?
Sahiya village is situated in Wazirganj Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahiya?
Sahiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sahiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahiya is 2,927, with 1,508 males and 1,419 females.
How many households are there in Sahiya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahiya village has a total of 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahiya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahiya is 52.58%. The male literacy rate is 60.21%, while the female literacy rate is 44.47%.