Sahjar

Sahjar is a village located in Ghughari tehsil of Mandla district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ghughari (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Mandla. As per 2009 stats, Sahjar village is also a gram panchayat.

Sahjar has its own place in the vibrant Mandla 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 Sahjar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahjar is 493105. The village spans a total geographical area of 1166.72 hectares. Mandla is nearest town to Sahjar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.

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Population of Sahjar

Below is a concise population overview of Sahjar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,811 887 924
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 290 164 126
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,176 583 593
Literate Population 868 521 347
Illiterate Population 943 366 577

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

  • The total population of Sahjar village is around 1,811, including approximately 887 males and 924 females, with a sex ratio of 1041 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 290 children aged 0–6 years in Sahjar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sahjar village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,176 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sahjar village is about 47.93%, with male literacy at 58.74% and female literacy at 37.55%.
  • There are around 390 households in Sahjar village.

Connectivity of Sahjar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahjar. As per the 2011 stats, Sahjar 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 Sahjar

Knowing the nearby villages of Sahjar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahjar.

Ganwahi Alias Dhanwahi Chalni Chhita Pakhana Lodha Pipariya Khurd Baniya Chauba Telandeh Surehali Duladar Palki

Frequently Asked Questions about Sahjar

Where is Sahjar located?
Sahjar village is situated in Ghughari Tehsil, within the Mandla district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahjar?
Sahjar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sahjar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahjar is 1,811, with 887 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Sahjar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sahjar village has a total of 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahjar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahjar is 47.93%. The male literacy rate is 58.74%, while the female literacy rate is 37.55%.