Sijang

Sijang is a village located in Palkot subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Paalkot (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Kulukera is the gram panchayat of Sijang village.

Sijang has its own place in the vibrant Gumla 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 Sijang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sijang is 376357. The village spans a total geographical area of 2405 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835220. Palkot is nearest town to Sijang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sijang

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,258 614 644
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 235 111 124
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,179 580 599
Literate Population 536 323 213
Illiterate Population 722 291 431

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

  • The total population of Sijang village is around 1,258, including approximately 614 males and 644 females, with a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 235 children aged 0–6 years in Sijang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sijang village has 1,179 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sijang village is about 42.61%, with male literacy at 52.61% and female literacy at 33.07%.
  • There are around 259 households in Sijang village.

Connectivity of Sijang

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sijang. As per the 2011 stats, Sijang 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sijang

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sijang

Where is Sijang located?
Sijang village is situated in Palkot Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sijang?
The Gram Panchayat of Sijang is Kulukera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sijang?
The pincode of Sijang is 835220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sijang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sijang is 1,258, with 614 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Sijang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sijang village has a total of 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sijang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sijang is 42.61%. The male literacy rate is 52.61%, while the female literacy rate is 33.07%.