Sijang

Sijang is a village located in Kolebira subdivision of Simdega district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kolebira (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Simdega. As per 2009 stats, Barasloya is the gram panchayat of Sijang village.

Sijang has its own place in the vibrant Simdega 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 376649. The village spans a total geographical area of 349 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835211. Simdega 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 1,179 601 578
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 220 117 103
Scheduled Castes (SC) 89 48 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 303 155 148
Literate Population 430 268 162
Illiterate Population 749 333 416

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

  • The total population of Sijang village is around 1,179, including approximately 601 males and 578 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Sijang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sijang village has 89 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 303 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sijang village is about 36.47%, with male literacy at 44.59% and female literacy at 28.03%.
  • There are around 212 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Ramjori Kudabera Kumbakera Kulasoia Barketunga Barsaloiya Shahpur Kondekera Sirikonde Kera Kundurdega Kolebira Nawatoli

Frequently Asked Questions about Sijang

Where is Sijang located?
Sijang village is situated in Kolebira Subdivision, within the Simdega district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sijang?
The Gram Panchayat of Sijang is Barasloya (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 835211, 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 1,179, with 601 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Sijang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sijang village has a total of 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sijang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sijang is 36.47%. The male literacy rate is 44.59%, while the female literacy rate is 28.03%.