Siara - Bani, Kathua
Siara is a village situated in the Bani tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bani and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Siara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siara is 001789. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 184206 pincode. Bani is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Siara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siara
According to the 2011 Census, Siara village had a total population of 521 people, including 268 males and 253 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.48%, with male literacy at 62.39% and female literacy at 31.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 521 | 268 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 136 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 132 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Siara
Siara 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 Siara
Siara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bani to Siara is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Siara is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siara 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 Siara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siara
Where is Siara located?
Siara village is located in Bani Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siara?
Siara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siara?
The pincode of Siara is 184206.
What is the population of Siara?
Siara had a total population of 521, including 268 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Siara?
Siara had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siara was 47.48%. Male literacy was 62.39% and female literacy was 31.16%.