Sijhori
Sijhori is a village located in Chewara subdivision of Sheikhpura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Chewara (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Sheikhpura. As per 2009 stats, Chhathiyara is the gram panchayat of Sijhori village.
Here you can discover what makes Sijhori unique in its vibrant Chewara-Sheikhpura region. You’ll see Sijhori’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sijhori
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sijhori is 244020. The village spans a total geographical area of 181.4 hectares. Sheikhpura is nearest town to Sijhori village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Sijhori
Population of Sijhori
According to the 2011 Census, Sijhori has a total population of about 1,764, with approximately 854 males and 910 females. The sex ratio is around 1065 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 450 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 237 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.25%, with male literacy at about 52.81% and female literacy near 34.29%. There are around 278 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sijhori's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,764 | 854 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 211 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 115 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 451 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,001 | 403 | 598 |
Connectivity of Sijhori
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sijhori. As per the 2011 stats, Sijhori had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sijhori
Knowing the nearby villages of Sijhori helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sijhori.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sijhori
- Where is Sijhori located?
- Sijhori village is situated in Chewara Subdivision, within the Sheikhpura district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sijhori?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sijhori is Chhathiyara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sijhori as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sijhori is 1,764, with 854 males and 910 females.
- How many households are there in Sijhori as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sijhori village has a total of 278 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sijhori as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sijhori is 43.25%. The male literacy rate is 52.81%, while the female literacy rate is 34.29%.