Sahjanwa - Nanpara, Bahraich
Sahjanwa is a village situated in the Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpara and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Sahjana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahjanwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahjanwa is 171350. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.98 hectares and falls under the 271881 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sahjanwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahjanwa
As per Census 2011, Sahjanwa village has a total population of 4,989 people, consisting of 2,633 males and 2,356 females. The village has 869 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 983 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,782 literate and 3,207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 914 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahjanwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,989 | 2,633 | 2,356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 983 | 517 | 466 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 914 | 479 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 1,782 | 1,129 | 653 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,207 | 1,504 | 1,703 |
Nearby Villages of Sahjanwa
Sahjanwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Husen Bux | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Muralidhar Dadauli | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Lakshamanpur Gulaldih | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Khushali Purwa | West | 2.74 km |
| Nidh Nagar Sankalpa | South | 2.97 km |
| Jaitapur | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Nataie Gaon | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Gokulpur | West | 3.64 km |
| Gopalpur | South | 3.87 km |
| Pach Pakari | North-West | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahjanwa
Sahjanwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nepalganj Road, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanpara to Sahjanwa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Sahjanwa is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahjanwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahjanwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sahjanwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahjanwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sahjanwa
Where is Sahjanwa located?
Sahjanwa village is located in Nanpara Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahjanwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahjanwa is Sahjana.
What is the pincode of Sahjanwa?
The pincode of Sahjanwa is 271881.
What is the population of Sahjanwa?
Sahjanwa has a total population of 4,989, including 2,633 males and 2,356 females.
How many households are there in Sahjanwa?
There are 869 households in Sahjanwa.
What is the literacy rate in Sahjanwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahjanwa is 35.72%. Male literacy is 42.88% and female literacy is 27.72%.