Sijaulia - Phulparas, Madhubani
Sijaulia is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Godhiari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sijaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sijaulia is 220128. The village covers a total geographical area of 647 hectares and falls under the 847409 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sijaulia 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 Sijaulia
According to the 2011 Census, Sijaulia village had a total population of 6,839 people, including 3,537 males and 3,302 females, living in 1,311 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.91%, with male literacy at 75.21% and female literacy at 43.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 801, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 6,839 | 3,537 | 3,302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,167 | 604 | 563 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 801 | 407 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,398 | 2,206 | 1,192 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,441 | 1,331 | 2,110 |
Nearby Villages of Sijaulia
Sijaulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hariari | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Jagatpur | West | 2.10 km |
| Khargawan | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Goriari | East | 2.83 km |
| Sangi | South | 3.30 km |
| Barhampur | East | 3.36 km |
| Amouja | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Belmohan | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Sugapatti | North | 3.67 km |
| Hulaspatti | South-East | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sijaulia
Public transport in the Sijaulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghogardiha, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ghoghardiha to Sijaulia is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Sijaulia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sijaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sijaulia 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sijaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sijaulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sijaulia
Where is Sijaulia located?
Sijaulia village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sijaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sijaulia is Godhiari.
What is the pincode of Sijaulia?
The pincode of Sijaulia is 847409.
What is the population of Sijaulia?
Sijaulia had a total population of 6,839, including 3,537 males and 3,302 females.
How many households are there in Sijaulia?
Sijaulia had 1,311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sijaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sijaulia was 59.91%. Male literacy was 75.21% and female literacy was 43.52%.