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
As per Census 2011, Sijaulia village has a total population of 6,839 people, consisting of 3,537 males and 3,302 females. The village has 1,311 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,398 literate and 3,441 illiterate residents. Additionally, 801 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sijaulia are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 6,839, including 3,537 males and 3,302 females.
How many households are there in Sijaulia?
There are 1,311 households in Sijaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Sijaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sijaulia is 49.69%. Male literacy is 62.37% and female literacy is 36.10%.