Sahijanpur - Pratapgarh
Sahijanpur is a village situated in the Pratapgarh tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sadar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Sahijanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahijanpur is 158911. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.28 hectares and falls under the 230402 pincode. Pratapgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sahijanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishwavnathganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pratapgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahijanpur
As per Census 2011, Sahijanpur village has a total population of 1,928 people, consisting of 982 males and 946 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,196 literate and 732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 407 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahijanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,928 | 982 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 150 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 208 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,196 | 717 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 265 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Sahijanpur
Sahijanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subarni | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Hariharpur | East | 1.33 km |
| Lakhapur | West | 1.48 km |
| Akorhia | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Chaghaipur | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Galhanpur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Madaipur | South | 1.93 km |
| Bhagwanpur | West | 2.08 km |
| Bahrapur | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Sarai Raja | South-East | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahijanpur
Sahijanpur 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 Bishnathganj, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pratapgarh to Sahijanpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahijanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahijanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahijanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahijanpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sahijanpur
Where is Sahijanpur located?
Sahijanpur village is located in Pratapgarh Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahijanpur?
Sahijanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahijanpur?
The pincode of Sahijanpur is 230402.
What is the population of Sahijanpur?
Sahijanpur has a total population of 1,928, including 982 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Sahijanpur?
There are 343 households in Sahijanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sahijanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahijanpur is 62.03%. Male literacy is 73.01% and female literacy is 50.63%.