Saijana - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Saijana is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Saijana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saijana is 056241. The village covers a total geographical area of 412.47 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Saijana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saijana
According to the 2011 Census, Saijana village had a total population of 2,115 people, including 1,049 males and 1,066 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.49%, with male literacy at 86.02% and female literacy at 67.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 342, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 906.
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 | 2,115 | 1,049 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 112 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 167 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 906 | 427 | 479 |
| Literate Population | 1,441 | 806 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 243 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Saijana
Saijana 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 Saijana
Saijana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Saijana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Saijana is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Saijana is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saijana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saijana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saijana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saijana 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 Saijana
Where is Saijana located?
Saijana village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saijana?
Saijana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saijana?
The pincode of Saijana is 262308.
What is the population of Saijana?
Saijana had a total population of 2,115, including 1,049 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Saijana?
Saijana had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saijana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saijana was 76.49%. Male literacy was 86.02% and female literacy was 67.05%.