Siota - Dehra Gopipur, Kangra
Siota is a village situated in the Dehra Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 56 km from Dharmsala. Dhawala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siota is 010423. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.8 hectares and falls under the 177101 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Siota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siota
According to the 2011 Census, Siota village had a total population of 491 people, including 240 males and 251 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.31%, with male literacy at 90.87% and female literacy at 80.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192.
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 | 491 | 240 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 189 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 51 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Siota
Siota 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 Siota
Siota 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 Dharmsala to Siota is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Siota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Siota
Where is Siota located?
Siota village is located in Dehra Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siota?
The Gram Panchayat of Siota is Dhawala.
What is the pincode of Siota?
The pincode of Siota is 177101.
What is the population of Siota?
Siota had a total population of 491, including 240 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Siota?
Siota had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siota was 85.31%. Male literacy was 90.87% and female literacy was 80.09%.