Sahiya
Sahiya is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 165km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Sahiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sahiya unique in its vibrant Chakrata-Dehradun region. You’ll see Sahiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sahiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahiya is 044662. The village spans a total geographical area of 268.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248123. Chakrata is nearest town to Sahiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Sahiya
Population of Sahiya
According to the 2011 Census, Sahiya has a total population of about 197, with approximately 129 males and 68 females. The sex ratio is around 527 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 74. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.91%, with male literacy at about 76.74% and female literacy near 30.88%. There are around 31 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 129 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 99 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 30 | 47 |
Connectivity of Sahiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahiya. As per the 2011 stats, Sahiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sahiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Sahiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sahiya
- Where is Sahiya located?
- Sahiya village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahiya?
- Sahiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sahiya?
- The pincode of Sahiya is 248123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sahiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahiya is 197, with 129 males and 68 females.
- How many households are there in Sahiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahiya village has a total of 31 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahiya is 60.91%. The male literacy rate is 76.74%, while the female literacy rate is 30.88%.