Sahjanpur - Balghat, Karauli
Sahjanpur is a village situated in the Balghat tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 38 km from Todabhim and around 45 km from Karauli. Nisoora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahjanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahjanpur is 076333. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.9 hectares and falls under the 322238 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sahjanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Todabhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahjanpur
As per Census 2011, Sahjanpur village has a total population of 764 people, consisting of 392 males and 372 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 452 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 757 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahjanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 764 | 392 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 757 | 389 | 368 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 287 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 105 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Sahjanpur
Sahjanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Bahadurpur | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Nisoora | South | 1.57 km |
| Bahadurpur | North | 1.73 km |
| Bhopur | West | 2.41 km |
| Kanjoli | North | 2.81 km |
| Alipura | East | 2.91 km |
| Nagla Meena | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Arej | South | 3.33 km |
| Akhawara | West | 3.40 km |
| Dhahara | North-East | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahjanpur
Sahjanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sikroda Mina, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindaun to Sahjanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Sahjanpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahjanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahjanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahjanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahjanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahjanpur
Where is Sahjanpur located?
Sahjanpur village is located in Balghat Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahjanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahjanpur is Nisoora.
What is the pincode of Sahjanpur?
The pincode of Sahjanpur is 322238.
What is the population of Sahjanpur?
Sahjanpur has a total population of 764, including 392 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Sahjanpur?
There are 135 households in Sahjanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sahjanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahjanpur is 59.16%. Male literacy is 73.21% and female literacy is 44.35%.