Siyula - Telka, Chamba
Siyula is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Chamba. Siula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siyula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siyula is 007260. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.09 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Siyula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siyula
According to the 2011 Census, Siyula village had a total population of 328 people, including 167 males and 161 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.89%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 55.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 328 | 167 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 126 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 41 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Siyula
Siyula 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 Siyula
Siyula 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Siyula is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Siyula is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siyula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siyula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Siyula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siyula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siyula
Where is Siyula located?
Siyula village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siyula?
The Gram Panchayat of Siyula is Siula.
What is the pincode of Siyula?
The pincode of Siyula is 176320.
What is the population of Siyula?
Siyula had a total population of 328, including 167 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Siyula?
Siyula had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siyula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siyula was 71.89%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 55.88%.