Sijna
Sijna is a village located in Manteswar subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.8km away from sub-district headquarter Manteswar. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Sijna village. As per 2009 stats, Vagramulgram is the gram panchayat of Sijna village.
Here you can discover what makes Sijna unique in its vibrant Manteswar-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Sijna’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 Sijna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sijna is 319638. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713422. Burdwan is nearest town to Sijna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sijna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Monteswar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sijna
Population of Sijna
According to the 2011 Census, Sijna has a total population of about 1,774, with approximately 920 males and 854 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 471 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 90. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.36%, with male literacy at about 75.43% and female literacy near 58.67%. There are around 475 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sijna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,774 | 920 | 854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 471 | 241 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,195 | 694 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 226 | 353 |
Connectivity of Sijna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sijna. As per the 2011 stats, Sijna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sijna
Knowing the nearby villages of Sijna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sijna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sijna
- Where is Sijna located?
- Sijna village is situated in Manteswar Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sijna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sijna is Vagramulgram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sijna?
- The pincode of Sijna is 713422, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sijna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sijna is 1,774, with 920 males and 854 females.
- How many households are there in Sijna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sijna village has a total of 475 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sijna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sijna is 67.36%. The male literacy rate is 75.43%, while the female literacy rate is 58.67%.