Sahijana - Malihabad, Lucknow
Sahijana is a village situated in the Malihabad tehsil of Lucknow district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malihabad and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Lucknow. Sahijana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahijana is 143067. The village covers a total geographical area of 800.33 hectares and falls under the 226103 pincode. Malihabad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sahijana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahijana
As per Census 2011, Sahijana village has a total population of 2,420 people, consisting of 1,331 males and 1,089 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,256 literate and 1,164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 437 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahijana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,420 | 1,331 | 1,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 211 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 249 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 1,256 | 839 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,164 | 492 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Sahijana
Sahijana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jauria | East | 2.26 km |
| Adaora | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Tarauna | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Rusena | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Tiloeya Khurd | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Katra Tiraona | South | 3.29 km |
| Sank | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Tilan | East | 3.98 km |
| Narayanpur | West | 4.05 km |
| Beremau | North | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahijana
Sahijana 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 Rahimabad, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malihabad to Sahijana is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lucknow to Sahijana is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahijana
Where is Sahijana located?
Sahijana village is located in Malihabad Tehsil, Lucknow 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 226103.
What is the population of Sahijana?
Sahijana has a total population of 2,420, including 1,331 males and 1,089 females.
How many households are there in Sahijana?
There are 396 households in Sahijana.
What is the literacy rate in Sahijana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahijana is 51.90%. Male literacy is 63.04% and female literacy is 38.29%.