Siyungat - Dalhousie, Chamba
Siyungat is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Jiyunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siyungat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siyungat is 007395. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.83 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town.
Siyungat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siyungat
As per Census 2011, Siyungat village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 78 males and 101 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,294 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siyungat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 78 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 3 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 28 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Siyungat
Siyungat 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 Siyungat
Siyungat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Chamba to Siyungat is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siyungat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siyungat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Siyungat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siyungat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Siyungat
Where is Siyungat located?
Siyungat village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siyungat?
The Gram Panchayat of Siyungat is Jiyunta.
What is the pincode of Siyungat?
The pincode of Siyungat is 176306.
What is the population of Siyungat?
Siyungat has a total population of 179, including 78 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Siyungat?
There are 35 households in Siyungat.
What is the literacy rate in Siyungat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siyungat is 58.66%. Male literacy is 64.10% and female literacy is 54.46%.