Sahajiya - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Sahajiya is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Khojapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahajiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahajiya is 203457. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.4 hectares and falls under the 275202 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sahajiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahajiya
According to the 2011 Census, Sahajiya village had a total population of 284 people, including 147 males and 137 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 45.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 284 | 147 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 36 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 99 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 48 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Sahajiya
Sahajiya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sahajiya
Sahajiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sahajiya.
| 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 Ghazipur to Sahajiya is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahajiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahajiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sahajiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahajiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahajiya
Where is Sahajiya located?
Sahajiya village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahajiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahajiya is Khojapur.
What is the pincode of Sahajiya?
The pincode of Sahajiya is 275202.
What is the population of Sahajiya?
Sahajiya had a total population of 284, including 147 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Sahajiya?
Sahajiya had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahajiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahajiya was 66.67%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 45.30%.