Sahijana
Sahijana is a village located in Sisai subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Sisai (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Larango is the gram panchayat of Sahijana village.
Here you can discover what makes Sahijana unique in its vibrant Sisai-Gumla region. You’ll see Sahijana’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 Sahijana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahijana is 375637. The village spans a total geographical area of 452 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835302. Sisai is nearest town to Sahijana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sahijana 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 Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sahijana
Population of Sahijana
According to the 2011 Census, Sahijana has a total population of about 1,019, with approximately 559 males and 460 females. The sex ratio is around 822 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 602. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.40%, with male literacy at about 62.79% and female literacy near 39.78%. There are around 155 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahijana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,019 | 559 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 81 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 47 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 602 | 319 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 351 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 208 | 277 |
Connectivity of Sahijana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahijana. As per the 2011 stats, Sahijana 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 Sahijana
Knowing the nearby villages of Sahijana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahijana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sahijana
- Where is Sahijana located?
- Sahijana village is situated in Sisai Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahijana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sahijana is Larango (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sahijana?
- The pincode of Sahijana is 835302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sahijana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahijana is 1,019, with 559 males and 460 females.
- How many households are there in Sahijana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahijana village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahijana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahijana is 52.40%. The male literacy rate is 62.79%, while the female literacy rate is 39.78%.