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.
Here you can discover what makes Sijua unique in its vibrant Binpur I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Sijua’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sijua has a total population of about 2,263, with approximately 1,184 males and 1,079 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 813 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 227. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.91%, with male literacy at about 76.77% and female literacy near 62.37%. There are around 481 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sijua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.