Sijhori - Chewara, Sheikhpura
Sijhori is a village situated in the Chewara subdivision of Sheikhpura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chewara and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Sheikhpura. Chhathiyara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sijhori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sijhori is 244020. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.4 hectares and falls under the 811304 pincode. Sheikhpura is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sijhori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sijhori
As per Census 2011, Sijhori village has a total population of 1,764 people, consisting of 854 males and 910 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 450 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 763 literate and 1,001 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sijhori are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sijhori
Sijhori 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 Sijhori
Sijhori 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 Sijhori.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sheikhpura to Sijhori is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sijhori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sijhori 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 Sijhori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sijhori 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 Sijhori
Where is Sijhori located?
Sijhori village is located in Chewara Subdivision, Sheikhpura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sijhori?
The Gram Panchayat of Sijhori is Chhathiyara.
What is the pincode of Sijhori?
The pincode of Sijhori is 811304.
What is the population of Sijhori?
Sijhori has a total population of 1,764, including 854 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Sijhori?
There are 278 households in Sijhori.
What is the literacy rate in Sijhori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sijhori is 43.25%. Male literacy is 52.81% and female literacy is 34.29%.