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.
Here you can discover what makes Sijla unique in its vibrant Chakrata-Dehradun region. You’ll see Sijla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Sijla
Population of Sijla
According to the 2011 Census, Sijla has a total population of about 179, with approximately 98 males and 81 females. The sex ratio is around 826 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 104. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.63%, with male literacy at about 61.22% and female literacy near 44.44%. There are around 17 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sijla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.