Sijla
Sijla is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Jadi is the gram panchayat of Sijla village.
Sijla has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sijla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sijla is 044608. The village spans a total geographical area of 147.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248123. Chakrata is nearest town to Sijla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Sijla
Below is a concise population overview of Sijla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 98 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 45 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 60 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 38 | 45 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sijla village:
- The total population of Sijla village is around 179, including approximately 98 males and 81 females, with a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Sijla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sijla village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 104 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sijla village is about 53.63%, with male literacy at 61.22% and female literacy at 44.44%.
- There are around 17 households in Sijla village.
Connectivity of Sijla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sijla. As per the 2011 stats, Sijla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sijla
Knowing the nearby villages of Sijla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sijla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sijla
- Where is Sijla located?
- Sijla village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sijla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sijla is Jadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sijla?
- The pincode of Sijla is 248123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sijla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sijla is 179, with 98 males and 81 females.
- How many households are there in Sijla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sijla village has a total of 17 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sijla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sijla is 53.63%. The male literacy rate is 61.22%, while the female literacy rate is 44.44%.