Chhota Sijua
Chhota Sijua is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chhota Sijua village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bishnupur is the gram panchayat of Chhota Sijua village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhota Sijua unique in its vibrant Salbani-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Chhota 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 Chhota Sijua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhota Sijua is 338798. The village spans a total geographical area of 22.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721147. Medinipur is nearest town to Chhota Sijua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chhota Sijua 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 Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chhota Sijua
Population of Chhota Sijua
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Sijua has a total population of about 451, with approximately 227 males and 224 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.97%, with male literacy at about 66.96% and female literacy near 58.93%. There are around 72 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhota Sijua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 227 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 284 | 152 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 75 | 92 |
Connectivity of Chhota Sijua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhota Sijua. As per the 2011 stats, Chhota Sijua 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Sijua
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhota Sijua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhota Sijua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhota Sijua
- Where is Chhota Sijua located?
- Chhota Sijua village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Sijua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Sijua is Bishnupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhota Sijua?
- The pincode of Chhota Sijua is 721147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhota Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhota Sijua is 451, with 227 males and 224 females.
- How many households are there in Chhota Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhota Sijua village has a total of 72 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhota Sijua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhota Sijua is 62.97%. The male literacy rate is 66.96%, while the female literacy rate is 58.93%.