Sariyana - Kalsi, Dehradun
Sariyana is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Khunna Alman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sariyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sariyana is 044834. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.07 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Sariyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sariyana
According to the 2011 Census, Sariyana village had a total population of 43 people, including 22 males and 21 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.79%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Sariyana
Sariyana 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 Sariyana
Sariyana 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 Vikasnagar to Sariyana is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Sariyana is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sariyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sariyana 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sariyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sariyana 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 Sariyana
Where is Sariyana located?
Sariyana village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sariyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sariyana is Khunna Alman.
What is the pincode of Sariyana?
The pincode of Sariyana is 248001.
What is the population of Sariyana?
Sariyana had a total population of 43, including 22 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Sariyana?
Sariyana had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sariyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sariyana was 65.79%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.