Seiya - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Seiya is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Seiya village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seiya is 001623. The village covers a total geographical area of 846.2 hectares and falls under the 185203 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town.
Seiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Seiya
According to the 2011 Census, Seiya village had a total population of 1,265 people, including 654 males and 611 females, living in 278 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.70%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 63.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 1,265 | 654 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 104 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 470 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 184 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Seiya
Seiya 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 Seiya
Seiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rajouri to Seiya is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seiya 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 Seiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Seiya
Where is Seiya located?
Seiya village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Seiya?
Seiya is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Seiya?
The pincode of Seiya is 185203.
What is the population of Seiya?
Seiya had a total population of 1,265, including 654 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Seiya?
Seiya had 278 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seiya was 74.70%. Male literacy was 85.45% and female literacy was 63.43%.