Siya - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Siya is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Moti Dugdol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siya is 507646. The village covers a total geographical area of 1787.08 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Siya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siya
According to the 2011 Census, Siya village had a total population of 3,524 people, including 1,845 males and 1,679 females, living in 528 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.15%, with male literacy at 60.56% and female literacy at 30.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,524 | 1,845 | 1,679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 618 | 339 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 161 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 103 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 912 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,183 | 933 | 1,250 |
Nearby Villages of Siya
Siya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Siya
Siya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Siya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Siya is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siya
Where is Siya located?
Siya village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siya?
The Gram Panchayat of Siya is Moti Dugdol.
What is the pincode of Siya?
The pincode of Siya is 385310.
What is the population of Siya?
Siya had a total population of 3,524, including 1,845 males and 1,679 females.
How many households are there in Siya?
Siya had 528 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siya was 46.15%. Male literacy was 60.56% and female literacy was 30.64%.