Sijua - Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda, Dhanbad
Sijua is a village situated in the Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nirsa and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Sijua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sijua is 361963. The village covers a total geographical area of 886 hectares and falls under the 828205 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Sijua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sijua
As per Census 2011, Sijua village has a total population of 2,700 people, consisting of 1,319 males and 1,381 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,336 literate and 1,364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,794 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sijua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,700 | 1,319 | 1,381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 216 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 110 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,794 | 844 | 950 |
| Literate Population | 1,336 | 823 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,364 | 496 | 868 |
Nearby Villages of Sijua
Sijua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lekara Pahari | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Gunduba | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Karmatanr | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Chalna | North | 3.18 km |
| Shukjora | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Dharampur | South | 3.28 km |
| Panjania | East | 3.41 km |
| Chainpur | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Bhagaband | South | 3.68 km |
| Hikimaral | West | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sijua
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sijua. The nearest railway station is Kaseetar, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Sijua is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sijua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sijua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sijua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sijua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sijua
Where is Sijua located?
Sijua village is located in Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sijua?
Sijua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sijua?
The pincode of Sijua is 828205.
What is the population of Sijua?
Sijua has a total population of 2,700, including 1,319 males and 1,381 females.
How many households are there in Sijua?
There are 486 households in Sijua.
What is the literacy rate in Sijua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sijua is 49.48%. Male literacy is 62.40% and female literacy is 37.15%.