Siya - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Siya is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from Bageshwar and around 29 km from Bageshwar. Siya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siya is 051231. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.79 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Siya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siya
As per Census 2011, Siya village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 187 males and 200 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 187 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 138 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 139 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 48 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Siya
Siya 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 Siya
Siya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Siya is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Siya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siya
Where is Siya located?
Siya village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siya?
Siya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siya?
The pincode of Siya is 263628.
What is the population of Siya?
Siya has a total population of 387, including 187 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Siya?
There are 74 households in Siya.
What is the literacy rate in Siya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siya is 60.47%. Male literacy is 74.33% and female literacy is 47.50%.