Sahijana - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Sahijana is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Sahijana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahijana is 186704. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.16 hectares and falls under the 273406 pincode. Khajni is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sahijana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahijana
As per Census 2011, Sahijana village has a total population of 764 people, consisting of 352 males and 412 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,170 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahijana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 764 | 352 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 45 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 238 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 114 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Sahijana
Sahijana 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 Sahijana
Sahijana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khajni to Sahijana is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Sahijana is about 31 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 Sahijana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahijana 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 Sahijana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahijana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahijana
Where is Sahijana located?
Sahijana village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahijana?
Sahijana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahijana?
The pincode of Sahijana is 273406.
What is the population of Sahijana?
Sahijana has a total population of 764, including 352 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Sahijana?
There are 124 households in Sahijana.
What is the literacy rate in Sahijana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahijana is 57.20%. Male literacy is 67.61% and female literacy is 48.30%.