Siot - Siot, Rajouri
Siot is a village situated in the Siot tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Sunderbani and around 78 km from Rajouri. Siot Upper serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Siot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siot is 001610. The village covers a total geographical area of 1240.4 hectares and falls under the 185152 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Siot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siot
According to the 2011 Census, Siot village had a total population of 4,244 people, including 2,200 males and 2,044 females, living in 1,035 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.14%, with male literacy at 91.36% and female literacy at 82.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
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 | 4,244 | 2,200 | 2,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 542 | 290 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 98 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 3,226 | 1,745 | 1,481 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,018 | 455 | 563 |
Transport and Connectivity of Siot
Siot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunderbani to Siot is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Siot is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siot
Where is Siot located?
Siot village is located in Siot Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Siot?
The Halqa Panchayat of Siot is Siot Upper.
What is the pincode of Siot?
The pincode of Siot is 185152.
What is the population of Siot?
Siot had a total population of 4,244, including 2,200 males and 2,044 females.
How many households are there in Siot?
Siot had 1,035 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siot was 87.14%. Male literacy was 91.36% and female literacy was 82.65%.