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
As per Census 2011, Sijwaha village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 273 males and 231 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sijwaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 273 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 99 | 79 |
| 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 has a total population of 504, including 273 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Sijwaha?
There are 94 households in Sijwaha.
What is the literacy rate in Sijwaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sijwaha is 55.36%. Male literacy is 62.27% and female literacy is 47.19%.