Saijana - Meerganj, Bareilly
Saijana is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. Saijana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saijana is 129663. The village covers a total geographical area of 653.11 hectares and falls under the 243504 pincode.
Saijana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saijana
According to the 2011 Census, Saijana village had a total population of 5,521 people, including 2,904 males and 2,617 females, living in 861 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.03%, with male literacy at 61.25% and female literacy at 37.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,091.
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 | 5,521 | 2,904 | 2,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,054 | 548 | 506 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,091 | 583 | 508 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,235 | 1,443 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,286 | 1,461 | 1,825 |
Nearby Villages of Saijana
Saijana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paharpur | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Balehi | East | 1.97 km |
| Sangrampur | North | 2.09 km |
| Khamria Sani | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Paltha | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Mandanpur | West | 2.31 km |
| Parchai | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Silrapur | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Narkhera | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Sidhauli | South | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saijana
Saijana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagaria Sadat, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Saijana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saijana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saijana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saijana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saijana
Where is Saijana located?
Saijana village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saijana?
Saijana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saijana?
The pincode of Saijana is 243504.
What is the population of Saijana?
Saijana had a total population of 5,521, including 2,904 males and 2,617 females.
How many households are there in Saijana?
Saijana had 861 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saijana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saijana was 50.03%. Male literacy was 61.25% and female literacy was 37.52%.