Sayatha - Arki, Solan
Sayatha is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Khanlag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sayatha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sayatha is 020234. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.29 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Sayatha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sayatha
According to the 2011 Census, Sayatha village had a total population of 47 people, including 27 males and 20 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 741 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.18%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 78.95%.
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 | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Sayatha
Sayatha 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 Sayatha
Sayatha 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 Solan to Sayatha is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sayatha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sayatha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sayatha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sayatha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sayatha
Where is Sayatha located?
Sayatha village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sayatha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sayatha is Khanlag.
What is the pincode of Sayatha?
The pincode of Sayatha is 173208.
What is the population of Sayatha?
Sayatha had a total population of 47, including 27 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Sayatha?
Sayatha had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sayatha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sayatha was 87.18%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 78.95%.