Akal Siya - Behat, Saharanpur
Akal Siya is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behat and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Kalsiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akal Siya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akal Siya is 109122. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.54 hectares and falls under the 247120 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Akal Siya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Akal Siya
According to the 2011 Census, Akal Siya village had a total population of 3,307 people, including 1,717 males and 1,590 females, living in 590 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.58%, with male literacy at 78.34% and female literacy at 62.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,228.
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 | 3,307 | 1,717 | 1,590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 286 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,228 | 633 | 595 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,967 | 1,121 | 846 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,340 | 596 | 744 |
Nearby Villages of Akal Siya
Akal Siya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bubka | East | 1.38 km |
| Tauli | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Murtazapur Mazra Behat | North | 1.78 km |
| Ratanpur Kalyanpur | West | 2.16 km |
| Nagla Babailkhurd | South | 2.17 km |
| Dayalpur | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Khidka Junardar | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Mahmoodpur Mazra Behat | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Nagla Jhanda | East | 2.63 km |
| Rawashauli | South-West | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akal Siya
Akal Siya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pilkhani, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Saharanpur to Akal Siya is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Akal Siya is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akal Siya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akal Siya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akal Siya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akal Siya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Akal Siya
Where is Akal Siya located?
Akal Siya village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Akal Siya?
The Gram Panchayat of Akal Siya is Kalsiya.
What is the pincode of Akal Siya?
The pincode of Akal Siya is 247120.
What is the population of Akal Siya?
Akal Siya had a total population of 3,307, including 1,717 males and 1,590 females.
How many households are there in Akal Siya?
Akal Siya had 590 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akal Siya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akal Siya was 70.58%. Male literacy was 78.34% and female literacy was 62.39%.