Sijua
Sijua is a village located in Binpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.1km away from sub-district headquarter Binpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Sijua village. As per 2009 stats, Sijua village is also a gram panchayat.
Sijua has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Sijua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sijua is 336086. The village spans a total geographical area of 405.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721121. Jhargram is nearest town to Sijua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sijua
Population of Sijua
Below is a concise population overview of Sijua 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 | 2,263 | 1,184 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 159 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 813 | 414 | 399 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 114 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 1,582 | 909 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 275 | 406 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sijua village:
- The total population of Sijua village is around 2,263, including approximately 1,184 males and 1,079 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Sijua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sijua village has 813 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 227 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sijua village is about 69.91%, with male literacy at 76.77% and female literacy at 62.37%.
- There are around 481 households in Sijua village.
Connectivity of Sijua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sijua. As per the 2011 stats, Sijua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sijua
Knowing the nearby villages of Sijua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sijua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sijua
- Where is Sijua located?
- Sijua village is situated in Binpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sijua?
- Sijua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sijua?
- The pincode of Sijua is 721121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sijua is 2,263, with 1,184 males and 1,079 females.
- How many households are there in Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sijua village has a total of 481 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sijua is 69.91%. The male literacy rate is 76.77%, while the female literacy rate is 62.37%.