Sia Mery - Basantgarh, Udhampur
Sia Mery is a village situated in the Basantgarh tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 66 km from Ramnagar and around 106 km from Udhampur. Sia Mehri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sia Mery village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sia Mery is 005092. The village covers a total geographical area of 1196.7 hectares and falls under the 182128 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Sia Mery village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sia Mery
According to the 2011 Census, Sia Mery village had a total population of 1,153 people, including 603 males and 550 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.65%, with male literacy at 74.19% and female literacy at 45.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 433, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 1,153 | 603 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 80 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 233 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 595 | 388 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 215 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Sia Mery
Sia Mery 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 Sia Mery
Public transport in the Sia Mery is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ramnagar to Sia Mery is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Sia Mery is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sia Mery
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sia Mery village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sia Mery
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sia Mery 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 Sia Mery
Where is Sia Mery located?
Sia Mery village is located in Basantgarh Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sia Mery?
The Gram Panchayat of Sia Mery is Sia Mehri.
What is the pincode of Sia Mery?
The pincode of Sia Mery is 182128.
What is the population of Sia Mery?
Sia Mery had a total population of 1,153, including 603 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Sia Mery?
Sia Mery had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sia Mery?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sia Mery was 60.65%. Male literacy was 74.19% and female literacy was 45.20%.