Siyar - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Siyar is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Jagarnathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siyar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siyar is 187297. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.76 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Siyar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siyar
According to the 2011 Census, Siyar village had a total population of 349 people, including 172 males and 177 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.77%, with male literacy at 83.45% and female literacy at 57.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 349 | 172 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 121 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 51 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Siyar
Siyar 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 Siyar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Siyar.
| 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 Gorakhpur to Siyar is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Siyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siyar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Siyar
Where is Siyar located?
Siyar village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siyar?
The Gram Panchayat of Siyar is Jagarnathpur.
What is the pincode of Siyar?
The pincode of Siyar is 273212.
What is the population of Siyar?
Siyar had a total population of 349, including 172 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Siyar?
Siyar had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siyar was 69.77%. Male literacy was 83.45% and female literacy was 57.05%.