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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Saijana village has a total population of 2,115 people, consisting of 1,049 males and 1,066 females. The village has 397 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,441 literate and 674 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 906 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saijana are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,115, including 1,049 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Saijana?
There are 397 households in Saijana.
What is the literacy rate in Saijana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saijana is 68.13%. Male literacy is 76.84% and female literacy is 59.57%.