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
As per Census 2011, Siyar village has a total population of 349 people, consisting of 172 males and 177 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siyar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 172 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 349, including 172 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Siyar?
There are 57 households in Siyar.
What is the literacy rate in Siyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siyar is 60.17%. Male literacy is 70.35% and female literacy is 50.28%.