Sijauli - Dhampur, Bijnor
Sijauli is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Akabarpurgarav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sijauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sijauli is 113494. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.09 hectares and falls under the 246733 pincode. Nahraur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sijauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nehtaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sijauli
As per Census 2011, Sijauli village has a total population of 421 people, consisting of 202 males and 219 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sijauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 202 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 135 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 67 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Sijauli
Sijauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alipura | South-West | 0.63 km |
| Munimpur | North | 0.64 km |
| Akbarpur Garab | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Sijaula | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Matoradarga | East | 1.36 km |
| Harganpur | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Humaupur Chandrapal Ba | North | 1.54 km |
| Fazalalipur | North | 1.67 km |
| Basera Khurd | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Jalalpur Asra | West | 1.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sijauli
Sijauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhampur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nahraur to Sijauli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Sijauli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sijauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sijauli 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 Sijauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sijauli 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 Sijauli
Where is Sijauli located?
Sijauli village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sijauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sijauli is Akabarpurgarav.
What is the pincode of Sijauli?
The pincode of Sijauli is 246733.
What is the population of Sijauli?
Sijauli has a total population of 421, including 202 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Sijauli?
There are 85 households in Sijauli.
What is the literacy rate in Sijauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sijauli is 58.91%. Male literacy is 66.83% and female literacy is 51.60%.