Sijua

Sijua is a village located in Gande subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gande (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Barmasiya 1 is the gram panchayat of Sijua village.

Here you can discover what makes Sijua unique in its vibrant Gande-Giridih region. You’ll see Sijua’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 Sijua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sijua is 351816. The village spans a total geographical area of 194 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815312. Giridih is nearest town to Sijua village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sijua village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sijua

According to the 2011 Census, Sijua has a total population of about 576, with approximately 289 males and 287 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 117 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 146 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.13%, with male literacy at about 62.98% and female literacy near 35.19%. There are around 74 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sijua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 576 289 287
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 117 54 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) 146 74 72
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 283 182 101
Illiterate Population 293 107 186

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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sijua

Where is Sijua located?
Sijua village is situated in Gande Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sijua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sijua is Barmasiya 1 (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 815312, 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 576, with 289 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sijua village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sijua is 49.13%. The male literacy rate is 62.98%, while the female literacy rate is 35.19%.