Sijua
Sijua is a village located in Jamboni subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jamboni are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sijua village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jamboni is the gram panchayat of Sijua village.
Here you can discover what makes Sijua unique in its vibrant Jamboni-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 340373. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Sijua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Sijua
Population of Sijua
According to the 2011 Census, Sijua has a total population of about 582, with approximately 296 males and 286 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 420 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 56. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.00%, with male literacy at about 61.49% and female literacy near 38.11%. There are around 128 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 | 582 | 296 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 207 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 182 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 114 | 177 |
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 Jamboni Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sijua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sijua is Jamboni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sijua?
- The pincode of Sijua is 721507, 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 582, with 296 males and 286 females.
- How many households are there in Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sijua village has a total of 128 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sijua is 50.00%. The male literacy rate is 61.49%, while the female literacy rate is 38.11%.