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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Siyungat village had a total population of 179 people, including 78 males and 101 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,295 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.63%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 63.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 179 | 78 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 179, including 78 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Siyungat?
Siyungat had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siyungat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siyungat was 68.63%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 63.22%.