Sijwaha - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Sijwaha is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Sijwaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sijwaha is 458127. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sijwaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sijwaha
According to the 2011 Census, Sijwaha village had a total population of 504 people, including 273 males and 231 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.91%, with male literacy at 75.22% and female literacy at 57.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
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 | 504 | 273 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 99 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 170 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 103 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Sijwaha
Sijwaha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sijwaha
Public transport in the Sijwaha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bada Malhera to Sijwaha is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Sijwaha is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sijwaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sijwaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sijwaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sijwaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sijwaha
Where is Sijwaha located?
Sijwaha village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sijwaha?
Sijwaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sijwaha?
The pincode of Sijwaha is 471311.
What is the population of Sijwaha?
Sijwaha had a total population of 504, including 273 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Sijwaha?
Sijwaha had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sijwaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sijwaha was 66.91%. Male literacy was 75.22% and female literacy was 57.07%.