Sijhaul Village - Madhepur, Madhubani
Sijhaul is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Barsam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sijhaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sijhaul is 220890. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.9 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Sijhaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sijhaul
As per Census 2011, Sijhaul village has a total population of 407 people, consisting of 200 males and 207 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 304 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sijhaul are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 407 | 200 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 147 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 65 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 135 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Sijhaul
Sijhaul 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 Sijhaul
Sijhaul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sijhaul.
| 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 Jhanjharpur to Sijhaul is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Sijhaul is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sijhaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sijhaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sijhaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sijhaul 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 Sijhaul
Where is Sijhaul located?
Sijhaul village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sijhaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Sijhaul is Barsam.
What is the pincode of Sijhaul?
The pincode of Sijhaul is 847408.
What is the population of Sijhaul?
Sijhaul has a total population of 407, including 200 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Sijhaul?
There are 80 households in Sijhaul.
What is the literacy rate in Sijhaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sijhaul is 27.03%. Male literacy is 32.50% and female literacy is 21.74%.