Sakiyawan - Hulasganj, Jehanabad
Sakiyawan is a village situated in the Hulasganj subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hulasganj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Kokarsha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakiyawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakiyawan is 260584. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 804407 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sakiyawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghosi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakiyawan
As per Census 2011, Sakiyawan village has a total population of 1,632 people, consisting of 816 males and 816 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 960 literate and 672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 328 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakiyawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,632 | 816 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 126 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 169 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 960 | 554 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 262 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Sakiyawan
Sakiyawan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karwa | North | 1.22 km |
| Mirzapur | East | 1.24 km |
| Shaho Bigha | West | 1.44 km |
| Narma | South | 1.76 km |
| Dariapur | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Ginji | North | 2.32 km |
| Raghunathpur | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Bolakpur | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Walipur | East | 2.50 km |
| Kokarsa | East | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakiyawan
Sakiyawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Islampur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.9 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Sakiyawan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakiyawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakiyawan 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 Sakiyawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakiyawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sakiyawan
Where is Sakiyawan located?
Sakiyawan village is located in Hulasganj Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakiyawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakiyawan is Kokarsha.
What is the pincode of Sakiyawan?
The pincode of Sakiyawan is 804407.
What is the population of Sakiyawan?
Sakiyawan has a total population of 1,632, including 816 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Sakiyawan?
There are 270 households in Sakiyawan.
What is the literacy rate in Sakiyawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakiyawan is 58.82%. Male literacy is 67.89% and female literacy is 49.75%.