Sijora
Sijora is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Sijora village is also a gram panchayat.
Sijora has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Sijora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sijora is 498201. The village spans a total geographical area of 630.96 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Sijora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sijora 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sijora
Population of Sijora
Below is a concise population overview of Sijora as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,408 | 702 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 140 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,225 | 617 | 608 |
| Literate Population | 697 | 396 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 306 | 405 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sijora village:
- The total population of Sijora village is around 1,408, including approximately 702 males and 706 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 265 children aged 0–6 years in Sijora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sijora village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,225 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sijora village is about 49.50%, with male literacy at 56.41% and female literacy at 42.63%.
- There are around 342 households in Sijora village.
Connectivity of Sijora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sijora. As per the 2011 stats, Sijora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sijora
Knowing the nearby villages of Sijora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sijora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sijora
- Where is Sijora located?
- Sijora village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sijora?
- Sijora serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sijora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sijora is 1,408, with 702 males and 706 females.
- How many households are there in Sijora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sijora village has a total of 342 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sijora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sijora is 49.50%. The male literacy rate is 56.41%, while the female literacy rate is 42.63%.