Sijua

Sijua is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Shikaripara (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Maluti is the gram panchayat of Sijua village.

Sijua has its own place in the vibrant Dumka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sijua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sijua is 371054. The village spans a total geographical area of 129.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816103. Dumka is nearest town to Sijua village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sijua

Below is a concise population overview of Sijua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 221 115 106
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 17 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 1 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 164 86 78
Literate Population 131 82 49
Illiterate Population 90 33 57

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sijua village:

  • The total population of Sijua village is around 221, including approximately 115 males and 106 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Sijua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sijua village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 164 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sijua village is about 59.28%, with male literacy at 71.30% and female literacy at 46.23%.
  • There are around 52 households in Sijua village.

Connectivity of Sijua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sijua. As per the 2011 stats, Sijua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sijua

Knowing the nearby villages of Sijua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sijua.

Sankarpur Dhanghara Kalipathar Dhawadangal Laripahari Kalagachhi Patharghara Damirtala Chandipur Kurunda Belbuni Upar

Frequently Asked Questions about Sijua

Where is Sijua located?
Sijua village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sijua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sijua is Maluti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sijua?
The pincode of Sijua is 816103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sijua is 221, with 115 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sijua village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sijua is 59.28%. The male literacy rate is 71.30%, while the female literacy rate is 46.23%.