Sijua - Gandey, Giridih
Sijua is a village situated in the Gandey subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Gande and around 30 km from Giridih. Barmasiya 1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sijua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sijua is 351816. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Sijua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sijua
According to the 2011 Census, Sijua village had a total population of 576 people, including 289 males and 287 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.66%, with male literacy at 77.45% and female literacy at 45.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 289 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 54 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 74 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 182 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 107 | 186 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naitand | West | 0.95 km |
| Kenduatand | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Irkiya | South | 1.53 km |
| Kusaiya | East | 1.91 km |
| Sobrajpur | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Gondalitand | East | 2.27 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Pipratol | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Phucho | North | 2.73 km |
| Dondo | West | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sijua
Sijua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Krishna Ballabh, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Sijua is about 30 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sijua
Where is Sijua located?
Sijua village is located in Gandey Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sijua?
The Gram Panchayat of Sijua is Barmasiya 1.
What is the pincode of Sijua?
The pincode of Sijua is 815312.
What is the population of Sijua?
Sijua had a total population of 576, including 289 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Sijua?
Sijua had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sijua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sijua was 61.66%. Male literacy was 77.45% and female literacy was 45.09%.