Sayala - Poornagiri, Champawat
Sayala is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Siyala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sayala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sayala is 054423. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.19 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sayala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sayala
According to the 2011 Census, Sayala village had a total population of 352 people, including 166 males and 186 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,120 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.25%, with male literacy at 85.21% and female literacy at 66.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
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 | 352 | 166 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 121 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 45 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Sayala
Sayala 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 Sayala
Public transport in the Sayala 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 Tanakpur to Sayala is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Sayala is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sayala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sayala 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sayala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sayala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sayala
Where is Sayala located?
Sayala village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sayala?
The Gram Panchayat of Sayala is Siyala.
What is the pincode of Sayala?
The pincode of Sayala is 262523.
What is the population of Sayala?
Sayala had a total population of 352, including 166 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Sayala?
Sayala had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sayala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sayala was 75.25%. Male literacy was 85.21% and female literacy was 66.24%.