Siarh - Payal, Ludhiana
Siarh is a village situated in the Payal tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Payal and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Sihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siarh is 033315. The village covers a total geographical area of 1153 hectares and falls under the 141117 pincode. Maloud is the nearest town.
Siarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siarh
According to the 2011 Census, Siarh village had a total population of 4,639 people, including 2,438 males and 2,201 females, living in 884 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.14%, with male literacy at 81.04% and female literacy at 77.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,584.
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 | 4,639 | 2,438 | 2,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 244 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,584 | 838 | 746 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,320 | 1,778 | 1,542 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,319 | 660 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Siarh
Siarh 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 Siarh
Siarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Siarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Siarh is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siarh 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 Siarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Siarh
Where is Siarh located?
Siarh village is located in Payal Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Siarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Siarh is Sihar.
What is the pincode of Siarh?
The pincode of Siarh is 141117.
What is the population of Siarh?
Siarh had a total population of 4,639, including 2,438 males and 2,201 females.
How many households are there in Siarh?
Siarh had 884 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siarh was 79.14%. Male literacy was 81.04% and female literacy was 77.06%.