Sialka
Sialka is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Sialka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sialka unique in its vibrant Baba Bakala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Sialka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sialka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sialka is 037771. The village spans a total geographical area of 247 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143504. Jandiala is nearest town to Sialka village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sialka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Majitha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sialka
Population of Sialka
According to the 2011 Census, Sialka has a total population of about 1,313, with approximately 677 males and 636 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 499 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.12%, with male literacy at about 68.54% and female literacy near 61.48%. There are around 253 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sialka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,313 | 677 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 268 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 855 | 464 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 213 | 245 |
Connectivity of Sialka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sialka. As per the 2011 stats, Sialka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sialka
Knowing the nearby villages of Sialka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sialka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sialka
- Where is Sialka located?
- Sialka village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sialka?
- Sialka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sialka?
- The pincode of Sialka is 143504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sialka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sialka is 1,313, with 677 males and 636 females.
- How many households are there in Sialka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sialka village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sialka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sialka is 65.12%. The male literacy rate is 68.54%, while the female literacy rate is 61.48%.